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Shoulder pain after an accident needs to be taken seriously. Whether the pain appears immediately or is delayed, the message is the same: something is wrong with your shoulder. The shoulder joint involves three bones, multiple soft tissues, and has the largest range of motion of any joint in the body. This complexity makes the shoulder more vulnerable to injury in a motor vehicle collision or slip and fall accident. If your accident was caused by someone else’s negligence, you have the right to seek compensation for your shoulder injury and associated pain. Unless your shoulder pain is very [...]

Know when it’s worth consulting a car accident attorney After a car accident, dealing with your insurance company, the other driver’s insurer, medical care and missed work can quickly get overwhelming. Fortunately, deciding whether or not to get a lawyer to handle your car insurance claim is fairly straightforward. In these four situations, having an attorney on your side can be more than worth it: 1. You were injured in the accident First things first: if you have any sort of injury from the accident, get it checked out by a doctor. In the first hours after the crash, shock and adrenaline [...]

In some personal injury cases an accident victim is entitled to sue for loss of enjoyment of life. Loss of enjoyment damages are part of overall compensation for pain and suffering, not a standalone cause of action. Specifically, loss of enjoyment of life focuses on the long-term implications of the injuries. A financial recovery for loss of enjoyment compensates victims for things like: Decreased life expectancy Diminished overall health Loss of a limb and/or mobility Loss of sight, hearing, taste, smell or sensation Inability to participate in activities enjoyed before getting injured (such as a career, volunteer work, hobbies, socializing) [...]

Getting compensated for loss of consortium, society & companionship Accidents cause harm beyond property damage and physical injury. Victims can also lose relationships and the benefits relationships provide, like companionship and assistance. Wisconsin personal injury law provides opportunities for accident victims to claim financial compensation for all their losses, including loss of consortium. Family members of accident victims can also file a claim for loss of consortium when the accident ended their ability to participate in a meaningful relationship with the victim. What is loss of consortium? Loss of consortium is the damage suffered in relationships between spouses or family [...]

It’s hard enough dealing with injuries and medical treatments after a motor vehicle collision. Don’t let the accident ruin your financial life too. When injuries resulting from negligence require medical care, victims are entitled to seek full compensation for the costs – including any treatment you may need after your claim is settled. The more serious your injuries, the more is at stake. Partnering with an experienced personal injury lawyer greatly improves your chances of getting the maximum settlement you deserve under Wisconsin state law. Who pays the victim’s medical bills from an accident? In a typical case, the driver found to be [...]

When you’re injured because of someone else’s mistake, the physical and financial harm can turn your life upside down. Whether it was a careless driver who caused a car crash or a negligent property owner who failed to maintain a safe premises, the effects are the same. You now have serious injuries, a crushing financial burden and are forced to miss work without pay. You deserve fair compensation for loss of income after an accident Wisconsin personal injury law allows you to claim financial compensation for losses caused by your injuries, including your lost wages and lost earning potential. What [...]

How auto insurance, fault & personal injury law affect your claim after an accident. When you’ve been injured in a car accident, it’s important to understand how exactly state law applies in your situation. Both the at-fault driver and victim have legal obligations to fulfill. Wisconsin car accident laws directly affect injured victims' car accident claims and how much compensation they can recover. It only takes a split second for a crash to turn your life upside down. Knowing how Wisconsin law affects car accident claims can protect your legal rights and financial future. How long do you have [...]

How to claim your compensation for pain & suffering after an accident If you have a personal injury claim in Wisconsin, you may be entitled to damages for pain and suffering. Pain and suffering damages are also called “non-economic damages” since it’s not as easy to assign a dollar amount (unlike to medical expenses & property damage which usually have a clear value). For minor injuries, it may not be worth pursuing pain and suffering damages in your claim. For serious injuries from an accident that had a big impact on your life, pain and suffering damages could be very much [...]

Critical information about abdominal trauma & what to do next 1. Stomach pain & other symptoms of shock 2. Recognizing abdominal trauma 3. Seat belt syndrome 4. Signs of internal bleeding 5. Take delayed stomach pain VERY seriously 6. A car crash can injure your liver, appendix & more 7. How a car accident can affect your period 8. Getting a fair settlement for abdominal injuries After an auto accident, adrenaline courses through your body. One side effect of this is that internal injuries often go unnoticed until later. These are known as delayed-pain injuries, and they can be [...]

Who can sue for a whiplash injury? And who pays? Don't be fooled by the words "mild" or "minor." Proving whiplash injury Filing a whiplash claim without a lawyer Whiplash settlement amounts 5 insights into lawsuits & compensation for whiplash injuries Here's everything you need to know about getting a fair whiplash settlement in the state of Wisconsin. Whiplash is a type of neck injury commonly caused by rear end car accidents. Any accident or trauma that causes your neck to jerk back and forth can result in whiplash, including sports injuries, physical abuse, a blow to the head, a roller [...]