Our Blog
The Importance of Ensuring Products are Safe
Before products go on the market, manufacturers have to go through a process that ensures the products they release are safe. This is done during a number of phases including design, manufacturing, and advertising. Unfortunately, a number of manufacturers don’t always abide by the regulations that prevent them from releasing dangerous products. It is…
Driving Safely in the Wisconsin Winter
Winter in Wisconsin often means freezing temperatures, snow, and ice, all which make for dangerous traveling on the roads. Unfortunately, these elements are also common causes of serious crashes in which individuals sustain catastrophic injuries. It’s important for drivers to remain careful and cautious when driving on the roads this winter in order to…
Why Experience Matters in a Personal Injury Case
Imagine this: You’re driving down the road when all of a sudden, another vehicle comes out of nowhere, collides with your vehicle. You feel the pain and you’re not sure what to do next. Unfortunately, this is something that happens far too often and the victims are often left dealing with the aftermath. It…
What to Look for in a Nursing Home for Your Loved One
It happens to everybody, but we don’t want to accept the fact that our loved ones are getting older and they may not be able to do some of the things they once did. Unfortunately, this is a part of life and some individuals make the decision to look to nursing homes to help…
Patrick O. Dunphy Named to Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America for the Second Year in a Row
Cannon & Dunphy S.C. is pleased to announce that Partner and Co-Founder Patrick O. Dunphy has been selected for inclusion to The Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America list for 2016. This is the second consecutive year he has been named to the Lawdragon 500, an annual publication considered among the most elite guides…
The Dangers of a Truck Accident in Wisconsin
As the winter gets into full force in Wisconsin, it means time for rain, snow, and dangerous road conditions. This also means that there will be plenty of trucks on the road, along with the added dangers that may make it more difficult to drive. Commercial trucks are large in size, so when there…
Seven Attorneys from Cannon & Dunphy S.C. Named to 2016 Super Lawyers
Cannon & Dunphy S.C. are proud to announce that seven members of our legal team were selected for a number of 2016 Super Lawyers Awards. Brett A. Eckstein, Robert D. Crivello, Sarah F. Kaas, and Mark L. Thomsen were all listed as Super Lawyers. Patrick O. Dunphy was selected as a Top 10 Super…
Steps to Take After a Slip and Fall Accident
No matter where we go throughout our day — whether to the store, work, or any other location — we never expect to be involved in some kind of incident. Unfortunately, there are some potential dangers that may be more difficult to avoid, especially when there are no warnings regarding the danger. This is…
Safety Tips for Pedestrians in Wisconsin
While many people walk the streets of Wisconsin without incident, there are still some potential dangers that pedestrians may often face. Pedestrian collisions occur far too often and are most often the result of the driver’s negligence. While it may not be possible to completely prevent a crash from happening, there are various things…
Elements of a Product Liability Lawsuit
Any time a new product is introduced on the market, consumers make their purchase assuming that the item is safe. While many products go through the manufacturing process and consumers can use them without any problems, there are some that may be considered defective and can cause potential harm to a user. These cases…