Wisconsin Accident Injury & News Blog

Car Pulls Out in Front of Motorcyclist

A 31-year-old Sun Prairie man was seriously injured Tuesday afternoon when he crashed his motorcycle into a car that had pulled out in front of him. The motorcyclist, Andrew Morgan, suffered serious but non-life threatening injuries in the crash, which occurred on U.S. 51 and County V in the town…

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Uninsured Drivers: New Insurance Law Requires Policy

If you dont have car insurance youll need it. For the first time in Wisconsin, it will soon be the law. As of June 1st the law will require everyone to have car insurance, if you dont the penalties can be costly. The law will require all drivers be covered…

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E. Coli Outbreak Feared at Waukesha Luncheon

Dozens, possibly hundreds of people have now gotten sick after attending an awards luncheon in Waukesha County this week. Complaints to the Health Department began after attendees at The Women of Distinction Luncheon at the Country Springs Hotel Tuesday started feeling similar symptoms. Now the Health Department is investigating to…

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Older Motorcyclists Are More Likely To Be Injured or Killed

A University of Rochester Medical study found that aging bikers are more likely to be injured or killed as a result of a motorcycle accident than younger riders. The study surveyed 61,689 motorcyclists aged 17 to 89 and found that aging motorcycle riders were nearly twice as likely to die as a…

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Part 2: Three Major Nursing Home Reforms Signed Into Law

Part 2 of 3 Elder Justice Act The number of older Americans is fast growing, and so is the problem of elder abuse, neglect and exploitation.  The Elder Justice Act would provide federal resources to support State and community efforts on the front lines dedicated to fighting elder abuse with…

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Part 1: Three Major Nursing Home Reforms Signed Into Law

Part 1 of 3 With the signing of the health care reform bill, three paramount nursing home reforms became law. The Nursing Home Transparency and Improvement, the Elder Justice Act, and a national program of criminal background checks on long-term care workers all became laws with President Obamas signature last March….

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State Trial lawyers group has new leader

The Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers has elected its first woman president, a personal injury attorney from Wauwatosa who specializes in medical negligence lawsuits. M. Angela Dentice, now president-elect of the 1,000-member organization, will take over as president Friday. A graduate of Marquette University Law School, she replaces Kevin Lonergan…

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Baby Slings Recalled

A press release from the Consumer Product Safety Commission: WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Health Canada (HC), in cooperation with Infantino LLC, of San Diego, Calif. are announcing a free replacement program for the Infantino, SlingRider, and “Wendy Bellissimo” infant slings. One million of these infant slings…

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Hondas Recalled for Brake Problems

Approximately 410,000 Honda Odyssey minivans and Element small trucks will be recalled for problems with braking systems that could make it difficult to stop the vehicle if not repaired. The recall targets 2007 and 2008 Honda Odysseys and Elements. According to the manufacturer, brake pedals can feel soft and must…

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Evidence Links Fosamax to Femur Fractures

An ABC investigation found growing evidence between long-term use of osteoporosis drugs such as Fosamax and spontaneous fractures of the thigh bone (the femur). The investigation gave several examples of women who suffered femur fractures after prolonged use of bisphosphonates such as Fosamax. Doctors are concerned that the prolonged use…

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