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What is a Fair Settlement in a Car Accident Claim?

The first offer the insurance company may offer you after being injured may initially sound like a lot of money, especially if you are recovering and unable to work. However, the insurance company is not considering all the expenses you will have to pay out of your own pocket later…

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Can Insurance Tracking Data Hurt Your Car Crash Claim?

Are you enrolled in your insurance company’s good driver discount program? If so, are you aware that your driving data is being tracked? PKSD discusses what data your insurance company may be tracking and how that data is commonly used. More importantly, if you are involved in an accident, we…

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Paying for Medical Costs After a Wisconsin Car Crash

What happens if you are involved in a car crash in Wisconsin that was caused by a negligent or reckless driver? Who will cover your medical costs while you pursue compensation for your injuries and other losses? The attorneys at PKSD law discuss some of your options for covering your…

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How Do I Pursue a Claim for a Car Crash That Happened in Another State?

Car accidents are bad enough when they happen in the city or county where you live. But what happens if you travel out of state and get into a crash? How do you pursue compensation? How is this different from claims involving in-state crashes? You may be wondering where the…

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Who is Liable for a Crash Due to a Sudden Medical Emergency?

What happens if the driver who caused your car accident claims that he or she had a sudden medical emergency and is therefore not liable for your damages? While a sudden medical emergency is a real thing, it is not uncommon for at-fault drivers to try to avoid financial liability…

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Can Parents Be Liable for a Car Crash if Their Teen Was Driving?

It is well known that teen drivers, with little experience, training or acquired skills combined with many and varied distractions, have an increased risk for having a car crash. If your teen causes an accident, can you be held liable for the injuries and damages to the other party? The…

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Wisconsin UM/UIM Motorists Claims Amid COVID-19

Amid the fallout from COVID-19, Wisconsin’s unemployment rate skyrocketed to 14.1 percent in April, causing approximately 393,000 residents to file new claims for unemployment benefits. According to US News and World Report, this percentage of unemployment has not been seen in Wisconsin since the Great Depression. In Milwaukee alone, more…

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Who Pays for Medical Treatment After a Rear-End Auto Accident?

Fault for a rear-end auto accident is typically assigned to the driver who hit the car in front of his or her vehicle. However, there are some rear-end collisions where both drivers could share liability. When this happens, determining who is responsible for your medical bills may not be immediately…

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What Can You Do If the Insurer Denies Your Car Accident Claim?

After a car accident, your first step is typically to pursue a claim through the insurance company, but what can you do if your claim is denied? PKSD shares the common reasons an insurance company may deny a claim, as well as what options you may have if it happens…

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Who May Be Liable for a Left-Turn Car Crash?

Left-turn accidents happen far too often. Unfortunately, these crashes often lead to serious or catastrophic injuries. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), they are a leading cause of crossing-path collisions. Most of the time, the driver turning left is liable for the damages. However, there are exceptions…

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