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More than 720 local and regional agencies across the United States have adopted Complete Streets policies. These policies involve more than finishing roadway construction; a Complete Street must providesafe access for all users. This includes sidewalks, traffic lanes, and bicycle lanes. Complete Streets policies were created to increase safety and encourage multiple forms of…

Law enforcement officials throughout the state have come together to form the Wisconsin Injured Law Enforcement Officers Resource Council. The decision came about in light of the story of an officer who was injured by a hit and run driver in 2009. For several years afterward, he struggled to regain his ability work again….

Wet pavement contributes to 1.2 million car accidents in the United States every year. Milwaukee’s rainy season, which typically lasts from April through August or September, creates a five-month window of what can be very dangerous driving conditions. This rainy season, practice these behind-the-wheel safety tips to decrease the chances of a serious collision….

Large, heavy vehicles are prone to catastrophic accidents. Because of their size, weight, and decreased visibility (blind spots), commercial trucks are notorious for causing serious – even fatal – traffic collisions. You might assume truck and car accidents are the same, but the legal process following a commercial vehicle accident involves a multitude of…

The City of Milwaukee hired Attorney Mark L. Thomsen to represent the City and its Chief of Police in a critical disciplinary hearing of a police officer involved in an out of department policy pat down search of an alleged homeless person where the person stopped by the officer was killed. The case gained…

Cannon & Dunphy S.C. is proud to announce that one of our partners, Patrick Dunphy, received the 2015 Avvo Clients’ Choice Award. This award is a reflection of his unwavering dedication to providing clients with aggressive and effective personal injury representation throughout Wisconsin. Avvo, an online directory and marketplace for attorneys, is one of…

Auto accidents are never an easy experience. From property damage and personal injury to the numerous headaches that can come from having to deal with insurance companies or the legal system, car accidents can create a tremendous amount of frustration for those involved. By preparing yourself for how to react in the event you…

After the first week of the year, it appears few state legislatures plan on tackling potential bills dealing with the issue of food safety. According to the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), laws linked to food safety are not a “hot issue” for state lawmakers this year. With most states boasting the best…

More than 80 people suffered carbon monoxide poisoning after a gas leak released dangerous fumes into an ice rink facility, news sources report. Authorities believe that a defective ice resurfacing machine caused the incident. The leak occurred during a hockey game between the Dells Ducks and Rochester ice Hawks in a Delton ice rink….

Many accidents in Wisconsin occur on someone else’s property. Whether such accidents occur inside or outside of a building, they are called “premises liability” accidents. These accidents can occur at a private residence, a hotel, a store, a commercial building, an office, or even at a park, or on the street. A premises can…