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Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Wisconsin?

Losing a family member to a tragic accident can be devastating. Unexpected deaths often leave remaining family members physically and emotionally distraught, unable to work, and without the funds to pay monthly expenses or make end-of-life arrangements for the deceased. If your loved one...

Common Mechanical Problems That Can Lead to a Car Accident

Mechanical problems account for over 44,000 car accidents a year according to a study conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). As a driver, it is vital to know the common mechanical problems that can lead to a car accident. This information...

6 Serious Injuries Caused by Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle accidents regularly result in serious injuries. While every accident is different, all motorcycle riders are at a disadvantage when involved in a motor vehicle collision. Passenger vehicles, large trucks, and other motor vehicles have reinforced cabins equipped with safety features like safety belts...

How is Liability Determined in a Milwaukee Multi-Car Accident?

Multi-car accidents can be confusing for personal injury sufferers. Will one party or multiple parties bear the cost of your medical bills and property loss? What if you were partially responsible for another driver’s injuries? Drivers and insurance companies rarely admit liability for a...

How is Pain and Suffering Calculated in a Wisconsin Personal Injury Case?

Contrary to belief, personal injury attorneys do not have a set formula by which they calculate pain and suffering damages. However, insurance companies use different methods to assign dollar amounts to pain and suffering. Their figures are based on multiplying a victim’s total economic...

Wrongful Death in Wisconsin: Definition, Examples & Laws

Wrongful death in Wisconsin is the death of a person resulting from the wrongful act, neglect, or default of another. A wrongful death action allows a living person with legal “standing” to recover damages on the deceased person’s behalf through a personal injury lawsuit....

[Analysis] Motor Vehicle Collisions by Neighborhood: Milwaukee

At Mingo & Yankala S.C., we work with victims and families that have been impacted by motor vehicle collisions.  For this reason, we have worked on creating several road safety resources to help motorists in Wisconsin understand the dangers on the road.  This includes...

What Happens After a Hit-and-Run Accident in Wisconsin?

A hit-and-run accident occurs when the driver of a vehicle collides with a person, object, or another vehicle and then leaves the scene without providing any identification or offering help. Hit-and-run accidents are criminal offenses in Wisconsin and other states. Wisconsin’s Hit-and-Run Laws Criminally,...

What is a Jackknife Truck Accident?

A jackknife truck accident occurs when a truck trailer swings around to meet the cab forming a “V” shape. The name comes from the angle made when folding a pocket knife. When a truck jackknifes, anyone and anything in the immediate vicinity is in...

How Do Roof Crush Accidents Happen?

A roof crush happens when a vehicle’s roof support pillars are not strong enough or in the right place to support its weight in a motor vehicle accident. This lack of stability allows a vehicle’s roof to collapse inward towards the passenger compartment. Roof...