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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…

If you have been involved in a car accident, minor to severe, it is not always immediately apparent whether you have suffered injury. With whiplash and traumatic brain injuries in particular, there may be no outward sign of injury. Rather, the force of impact may have caused soft tissue damage in the neck area,…

If you have been involved in a car accident, your future may seem uncertain at best. You may be dealing with a good deal of physical pain and emotional trauma from the accident itself, not to mention mounting medical expenses associated with emergency treatment, ongoing care, medication and medical supplies. You may have missed…

Three young children were hit by a car Thursday morning while crossing the street on their way to Clement Avenue School in Bay View, Wisconsin. According to authorities, two 10-year-olds and one 11-year-old were slipped by a car at S. Clement Avenue and E. Wilbur Avenue at about 7:20am. Milwaukee police and fire officials…