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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…

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…

This Thanksgiving, thousands of families throughout the state will be hitting the road to spend time with family and friends. As you might have expected, this will mean copious amounts of traffic on Wisconsin highways. The amount of people on the road, combined with ongoing roadwork in some areas and the possibility of inclement…

Earlier this year, Wisconsin State Legislature passed Act 16, which raised the speed limits on nine four-lane highways throughout Wisconsin. In addition, the law gave the Department of Transportation permission to increase speed limits on multi-lane freeways that have limited access to ramps or interchanges. Recently, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation determined that certain…

Did you know that wearing sandals while operating a vehicle can be unsafe for you and other drivers on the road? Many studies have proven that sandals and other footwear can be risky if worn while driving. In fact, approximately 1.4 million car accidents occurred when drivers’ flip-flops blocked them from controlling the brake,…

When we think about distracted driving, it is easy to blame some of the typical culprits: texting, talking on the phone, eating, or reaching for items while driving. But have you considered that driving with an unsecured pet can be just as dangerous? Driving with unsecured pets is a very real safety issue. Not…

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….

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…

A dump truck struck and killed a 44-year-old woman as she crossed the street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin earlier this week. According to news reports, law enforcement identified the victim but will continue to investigate the fatal incident. The accident occurred around 5:45 p.m., when the woman attempted to cross Highway 100 at Bluemound Road….

A Wisconsin National Guardsman has been identified by Washburn County authorities after being struck and killed by a vehicle on a highway near Trego last week. The 27-year-old and a friend were driving back from a comrade’s funeral, when, according to the victim’s friend, he pulled over to take a nap because he was…