Legal News

Pedestrian Deaths Hit Record High

A recent study from the Governor’s Highway Safety Association reports that the number of pedestrian deaths caused by careless drivers has reached a record high.  It is estimated that over 7,500 people were killed while walking in 2022.  This is the highest number of...

Two Forms of Distracted Driving: Same Deadly Result

Distracted driving has become an epidemic in Wisconsin.  In fact, my own car was just broadsided last week in our law firm parking garage when a driver was not paying attention and pulled forward directly into the rear door of my car. I was...

The Legal Status of Autonomous Vehicles in Wisconsin

Self-driving or autonomous vehicles come in all varieties from compact size to sport utility. Many Wisconsin drivers own some type of autonomous vehicle and have for years. As self-driving cars become more popular and their driverless capabilities increase, federal and state governments must address...

Wisconsin Hair Straightener and Hair Relaxer Lawsuits

February 10, 2023: Hair Relaxer Lawsuits Consolidated into MDL  As expected, an Order has been issued consolidating hair relaxer/hair straightener cancer cases into a multi-district litigation in the Northern District of Illinois.  This is a win for hair relaxer cancer victims.  Hair relaxer manufacturers...