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One of the leading causes of vehicles crashes is distracted driving. With the advancement of cell phones, many young drivers traveling with multiple friends, and other potential distractions on the road, it is easy to see how something like this can cause serious collisions. Drivers should pay strict attention to the road, avoiding distracted…

No matter how long you’ve been a driver on the road, you never expect to be involved in a crash involving a large semi-truck. After all, you see these commercial trucks on highways and roads all over, often making cross-country trips to deliver goods and products. However, there are times when either the driver,…

If someone has sustained a serious injury as a result of negligence, he or she may consider pursuing legal action against the responsible party. During one of the most difficult times of someone’s life, it is important for an injury victim to hire someone dedicated to their needs. Here are some tips on how…

When we first learn to drive, we are taught that safety is always first. We are told that there are certain things to do before we even start to drive. This is absolutely true, but there are many other things that you must do to keep yourself safe on the road. The fact is,…

While nobody ever expects to sustain an injury, these sudden incidents can occur for a number of reasons. One of the most devastating is a dog bite. This is because most victims of a dog bite are simply walking on their own without concern and all of a sudden, a dog comes out of…

Imagine you are traveling down the road and your tire blows out. You lose control of your vehicle and your car crashes. What do you do? Who is at fault? While some of the main causes of car collisions include negligent drivers, not many people consider the affects that a tire can have on…

Despite the shock you may feel in the moments following a car crash, it is important to remain calm and remember certain steps you should take to help yourself move forward. There three things you want to make sure you take care of yourself and protect a potential lawsuit. Call 9-1-1 Call 9-1-1 immediately…

Pat Dunphy, managing attorney at Cannon & Dunphy S.C. and founder of the Dunphy Family Fund, was recently mentioned in the Greater Milwaukee Foundation Annual Report. The report detailed the ways to help end homelessness by putting housing first. The Dunphy Family Fund consistently gives back to basic needs agencies. Mr. Dunphy is also…

Nursing home abuse is an unfortunate reality that far too many people experience. There are many instances in which residents at nursing homes all over the country face physical, emotional, and financial abuse at the hands of a doctor or staff member. The decision to have someone else care for your elderly loved one…

When people think of others driving while impaired, they may think of drinking and driving. While alcohol is the more common form of impairment for drivers, there are countless drivers who operate their vehicle under the influence drugs. Drinking and driving is often times the more publicized situation, but drugged driving does occur more…