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Have you been hurt in an accident involving an uninsured motorist in Milwaukee, WI? You may be able to file a claim for compensation even though the other driver doesn’t carry insurance. PKSD can help you understand your legal rights and figure out the best path forward.
Our Milwaukee uninsured motorist claims attorneys have over 150 years of combined experience and have recovered more than $500 million for injured clients.
If you hire us, we’ll work hard to maximize the value of your uninsured motorist claim.
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Getting into a car accident in Milwaukee, WI, is stressful in any circumstance, but learning the other driver has no insurance can make it feel like you have nowhere to turn. Fortunately, the truth is that Wisconsin law provides several avenues for recovering compensation, even when the at-fault party is uninsured.
If you hire our Milwaukee car accident lawyers after an uninsured motorist accident, we can:
Call or message PKSD today to schedule your free case review; we’re confident we can help you pursue the full value of your claim. Our Milwaukee personal injury lawyers also work on a contingency fee basis, so you won’t have to pay a cent in attorney’s fees unless we win money damages for you.
Wisconsin is a fault-based state. That means the driver who caused the accident is liable for paying for your losses. However, if that driver doesn’t have insurance, collecting compensation can become more complicated.
Your first option is typically to file a claim under your own uninsured motorist (UM) coverage. Wisconsin law requires all drivers to carry UM bodily injury coverage with minimum limits of $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident under Wis. Stat. § 632.32(4). This coverage steps in when the at-fault driver has no insurance to pay your claim.
You also have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit directly against the uninsured driver. While collecting a judgment from someone without insurance can be challenging, it may be worthwhile if the driver has personal assets.
If you purchased underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage, that may provide additional protection as well. UIM coverage is not required in Wisconsin, but insurers must offer it. Many drivers carry it without realizing they do.
Note that UM coverage may also apply in hit-and-run situations where the at-fault driver cannot be identified. Our car accident attorneys in Milwaukee can review your policy and walk you through every option during a free consultation.
Per Wis. Stat. § 893.54, you generally have three years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury lawsuit in Wisconsin. If you miss that deadline, the court will likely dismiss your case.
Keep in mind that insurance-related deadlines can be much shorter. Some policies require you to report your UM claim within 30 days of the accident. Waiting too long to notify your insurer could put your benefits at risk, even if you are still within the broader statute of limitations.
Starting the claims process early is always the safest approach to ensure you’re set up to recover compensation. Reach out to our uninsured motorist accident attorneys in Milwaukee today so we can help you meet every applicable deadline.
After an accident, try to:
Be cautious about accepting an early settlement from your insurance company, as it may not account for all your losses.
Don’t assume that an uninsured driver means you’re out of options. There are multiple ways to pursue the compensation you need, and PKSD can guide you through every step.
Our Milwaukee uninsured motorist claims attorneys have over 150 years of combined experience. We have secured over $500 million on behalf of our clients. Contact PKSD today to schedule a completely free initial consultation.
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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