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If you or a loved one has experienced an injury after an auto accident, you may be eligible to receive significant financial compensation. Our team of Milwaukee car accident lawyers has a successful track record and works quickly to obtain a fair and just result for your claim. Since 1999, we have been representing accident injury victims in Milwaukee and throughout Wisconsin – having recovered more than $500 million on behalf of our clients. Your initial conversation with a Milwaukee lawyer at PKSD is free, and we are ready to talk to you today.
Many of our accident lawyers have received numerous industry awards and are active members of the Wisconsin Association for Justice. Our car accident attorneys also work on a contingency fee basis, which means we do not recover attorney’s fees unless there is a favorable resolution of your claim. Our office is located at 1110 N Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr #320, right next to the Milwaukee River and just minutes from the Milwaukee County Courthouse.
Injured in a crash? To learn more about your legal options, contact a Milwaukee car accident lawyer at our law firm today for a free case review.
The value of every auto accident case is different as the circumstances of each crash are different. The first step is understanding how the accident happened, what types of injuries you suffered, and how your life has been affected. A car accident lawyer at PKSD can evaluate the details of your incident and help determine whether you have a claim.
If you do have a case, compensation may be available for things like medical treatment, lost wages from missed work, ongoing rehabilitation, and the physical and emotional impact of your injuries. While it’s not possible to assign a dollar amount without a full review, a Milwaukee auto accident lawyer can explain what types of damages may apply in your situation.
If you’re unsure where to start, you’re not alone. Speaking with a lawyer from PKSD doesn’t cost anything upfront – and can give you clear answers about your legal rights.
At PKSD, our auto accident lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. That means you pay nothing upfront. Our fee is a percentage of the recovery, and if no compensation is recovered, you owe nothing for the time we spent working on your case.
This approach ensures legal help is accessible to everyone – especially when you’re facing medical bills, lost income, and uncertainty about the future. It also means your lawyer is motivated to secure the best possible result for your case.
Before you sign anything, we will walk you through the fee agreement so you understand how it works and what’s included. PKSD offers free consultations to every injury victim, so you can understand your legal options before deciding whether to move forward. There are no hidden costs – just clear, honest representation when you need it most.
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Unlike some other states, Wisconsin does not have a cap on most damages in auto accident cases. This means there is no limit to the amount of money your attorney could recover in your lawsuit.
However, if you are entitled to punitive damages, you can only recover $200,000 or twice the amount of compensatory damages, whichever amount is larger.
Unfortunately, your compensation award could be reduced if you share fault for the accident. This is because of Wisconsin Statutes Section 895.045, which governs the state’s modified comparative fault system for personal injury cases.
Under this system, you can recover compensation as long as your percentage of fault is not greater than the defendant’s percentage of fault. Assuming this is true, your damages award will be reduced by your percentage of fault for the accident.
For instance, if a court finds you are 10 percent at fault for the accident and you have $20,000 in damages, you would only receive $18,000.
You need an experienced Milwaukee auto accident attorney to ensure you are not assigned more fault for the accident than you deserve.
The Milwaukee car accident lawyers at PKSD are firmly committed to helping you recover all of the compensation you deserve. We know how valuable compensation can be after suffering a severe injury in an auto accident.
While some cases resolve in a matter of months, others may take longer – especially if your injuries are severe or the insurance company refuses to negotiate fairly.
Many car accident claims in Milwaukee are settled before a lawsuit is ever filed. When liability is clear and injuries are well-documented, a fair settlement might be reached within several months. However, more complex cases – or those that go to trial – can take a year or more.
Factors that may affect your timeline include:
At PKSD, our team of legal professionals keep you informed at every stage and work to resolve your case as efficiently as possible without sacrificing the outcome you deserve.
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Seek Medical Attention – Even if your injuries seem minor, seeing a doctor right away creates a record that connects your injuries to the crash. Follow all medical advice and attend follow-up appointments.
Don’t Talk to the Insurance Company Alone – Insurance adjusters may contact you early – sometimes within 24 hours of the crash happening. It’s best not to give a recorded statement or accept any offer before speaking with a lawyer. What you say can be used against you later.
Preserve As Much Evidence As You Can – If possible, keep photos of the vehicles, crash scene, and your injuries. Save medical records, police reports, and witness contact information. These details can help build a strong case.
Avoid Posting About the Crash on Social Media – Insurance companies may review your social media and use it to question the seriousness of your injuries. Even innocent posts may be taken out of context.
Contact a Car Accident Lawyer at PKSD – Obtaining legal guidance early helps you avoid potentially costly mistakes. An auto accident attorney from our law firm can handle communication with insurers, gather evidence, and make sure you’re treated fairly.
Milwaukee County has several roads and intersections that are consistently flagged as crash hotspots. According to local traffic data, areas like 27th Street & Center, 35th Street between Wisconsin and Highland, Capitol Drive, Layton Avenue, and 76th Street are among the most dangerous in the city – especially for drivers and pedestrians alike.
If your crash occurred in one of these areas, you’re not alone. These high-risk zones are well-known to local authorities and may influence how your claim is investigated and resolved. Our legal team understands these patterns and may use real-world data to help strengthen your case, even if you were involved in a multi-vehicle collision, a rollover crash or perhaps are injured as a passenger or in a pedestrian accident.
PKSD’s Milwaukee auto accident lawyers have worked with many victims of car accidents. We understand the aftermath of an accident can be highly stressful because victims are in pain and are not sure who to call or what to do next.
Taking the following steps after an accident can help to reduce your stress and improve your chances of recovering fair compensation for all of the damages you have suffered:
Treat your injuries – If your injuries are serious enough you may not have a choice in receiving treatment – in which case you will be transported from the scene of the crash to a local hospital. However, if you are not taken to the hospital, it is a wise decision to visit a doctor to be examined to help ensure any potential injuries can be attended to. Injuries sustained from t-bone accidents, rear end collisions and head-on crashes may not always be felt immediately.
You need to receive treatment from a qualified medical professional who can identify all of your injuries and recommend treatment options. Prompt medical treatment can also improve your chances of making a full or faster recovery.
Follow the doctor’s recommendations – Attend all of your appointments, take your medications and do what your doctor recommends. Disobeying the doctor’s recommendations could cause your injuries to worsen and could hurt your chances of receiving compensation from the insurance company.
Collect medical records – You will need medical records documenting your injuries and the treatments you have received to have a chance of obtaining compensation through an insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit.
Obtain copies of the police report – If the police were called to the scene of the accident, they will file a Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Accident Report Form (MV4000) to describe what happened. The report may mention important information, including opinions related to traffic violations and/or information about negligent behavior. This could be crucial evidence when you are pursuing compensation.
Auto accident reports are available from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) about 10 days after the accident. You can obtain a copy on the WisDOT-DMV website or by calling (608) 266-8753.
You can gain a much better understanding of the report by reading the Law Enforcement Officer’s Instructional Manual. It provides information to law enforcement officers about how to correctly complete an MV4000.
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There is a three-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Wisconsin (Wisconsin Statutes Section 893.54). This means you have three years from the date of the accident to file a car accident lawsuit.
A statute of limitations is a deadline for pursuing some type of legal action. Once the deadline passes, you are barred from filing a claim to obtain compensation.
However, if you are pursuing a claim on behalf of a loved one who died in a car accident, you have just two years from his or her death to file a claim.
If you were injured in a car accident and believe you have a case, contact a Milwaukee car accident attorneys as soon as possible so your claim will be filed before the statute of limitations expires.
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The law in Wisconsin requires those involved in an accident to report it to police if:
Research state traffic laws – The Wisconsin Department of Transport has a free handbook that covers traffic laws throughout the state. Make sure to copy the appropriate information with the statute number so you can accurately refer back to the specific law the other driver violated.
File an insurance claim – You should do this as soon as possible because some insurance companies limit the amount of time you have to file a claim. Filing a claim creates a record of what happened, and if the insurer offers less compensation than you deserve, your lawyer may be able to use the existing information as leverage during the negotiations.
When talking to an insurance company, stick to the facts and do not offer opinions about what happened or your injuries. Insurance company representatives are trained to use what you say against you to attempt to lower the value of your claim.
Contact a car accident attorney – A Milwaukee auto accident lawyer from PKSD can help you obtain additional evidence about the accident. Your car accident attorney can also handle insurance claims and file a personal injury lawsuit if you are entitled to more compensation than your insurance company can provide.
At PKSD, we understand the process of successfully handling auto accident damages lawsuits – our lawyers work to protect your interests and ensure you are kept up to date with the progress of your case. It’s important to understand you cannot count on insurance companies or the at-fault driver to protect your rights and help you obtain maximum compensation. We may even be able to help if you are involved in a single-vehicle crash. Have some questions? Complete a Free Case Evaluation form to get started.
Wisconsin follows a fault-based system for car insurance claims. This means that if you were in an accident caused by the other driver, you can pursue compensation from your insurance company or the other driver’s insurance company.
Claims filed with another driver’s insurance are also called third-party insurance claims. They can be simple or extremely complicated, depending on the specifics of your injuries and the accident.
If you want to file a third-party claim, call the insurance company promptly after the accident to provide verbal notice of your claim. Notifying the company quickly could determine the success of your claim.
After providing verbal notice, mail the insurer a letter so it has written notice of your claim. When the insurance company has received your notice, it will review the claim. While waiting to hear back from the insurer, create a record of your claim. This will provide crucial evidence if your claim is contested.
If fault for the accident is not in question, you can expect your claim to be resolved quickly and with minimal conflict. The insurance company may need to conduct a few interviews and review medical records and auto repair records.
However, if there is a dispute about fault, you could be in for a lengthy investigation. The insurance company may hire outside parties to conduct interviews and review evidence. You may have to attend an independent medical evaluation.
The good news is that even if you bear some responsibility for the crash, insurance adjusters often choose to settle because it is much less expensive than a lawsuit.
You will need a Milwaukee car accident lawyer at your side throughout the claims process. He or she can help to ensure your rights are protected and you are treated fairly.
In Wisconsin, car insurance companies are only required to provide compensation for injuries and property damage up to the limits in your policy.
However, you may have medical or car repair bills that exceed those limits and you likely suffered other damages that are not covered by your policy.
If you are in this situation, our Milwaukee auto accident attorneys may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit to recover additional compensation, including:
Economic Damages
Non-economic Damages
Punitive Damages
Your Wisconsin auto accident attorney can only secure punitive damages if the defendant’s actions were particularly malicious or egregious. This form of compensation is designed to punish the defendant and attempt to deter others from engaging in similar conduct. However, it is rare for a judge or jury to award punitive damages in a car accident lawsuit.
Many traffic accidents are caused by driver errors, which could include:
Car accidents are also caused by things drivers cannot control, such as:
These types of accidents are known as No-Doubt Liability claims, because the other driver is almost always found to be at fault and insurance companies will rarely argue with you about it.
In a rear-end collision, the person who hits the car from behind is commonly at fault. In left-turn accidents, the person who makes a left turn and hits the oncoming car that is going straight ahead, is most always at fault in such cases. Some exceptions do apply, if the oncoming car is breaking any laws, such as running a red light or speeding.
Our Milwaukee car accident lawyers are familiar with many causes of car crashes. We are prepared to thoroughly investigate your claim to discover why the accident happened. This could include reviewing police reports and state traffic laws, consulting accident reconstruction experts, and interviewing eyewitnesses.
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Attorney Jeff Pitman is a member of the National Board of Trial Advocacy and has a proven history of successfully handling personal injury lawsuits.
Our team of experienced car accident attorneys in Milwaukee can be reached by calling 414-333-3333 or online by completing our Free Case Evaluation form. Representatives can also engage in a Live Chat to speak directly to our team 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
At PKSD Milwaukee, our Milwaukee car accident lawyers are ready to help you today. PKSD helps victims in all of Wisconsin, and our firm is conveniently located near you. We have an office in 1110 N Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr #320, Milwaukee, WI 53203. Call (414) 333-3333 to schedule your free case evaluation today.
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This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by attorney Jeffery A. Pitman, who has more than 28 years of legal experience and handled thousands of personal injury cases while obtaining millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements in Wisconsin.
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