Accident Statistics
Commercial Truck Accident
Most food and supplies are delivered by big rigs and other large trucks. Other delivery options are available, yet the trucking industry continues to grow in demand. There are real dangers to be aware of while sharing the road with these massive vehicles. If you have been left seriously injured from an accident with a…
Read MoreCyclists Face Dangers Sharing Road
Cyclist And Motor Vehicle For a cyclist, accidents involving vehicles can be especially devastating. As one could expect, it’s likely going to be the cyclist that sustains the most severe injuries. Cyclists aren’t always ready to put away their bikes away when summer ends. Look around and you’ll see plenty of bikes commuting, or enjoying…
Read MoreDistracted Driving in Wisconsin
Distracted driving of any form is inattentive and irresponsible driving. Distracted driving accidents are under-reported and hard to prove, but there is evidence to suggest that the problem is on a steady incline.
Read MoreAccidents Happen In “A Blink Of The Eye”
Tragically, nearly 6 million car accidents occur in the US every year.
Read MoreCognitive Skills Relate to Safer Driving
Cognitive skills are used to safely operate a motor vehicle because they are directly related to a driver’s ability to make informed decisions. Our brains use cognitive skills to think, learn, read, remember, reason and focus. Effectively processing new information and retaining previous knowledge allows one to plan ahead and foresee potential problems before they happen.
Read MoreSafety First Summer Celebrations & Fireworks
Summer celebrations in Wisconsin are in full swing including Summerfest, the upcoming 4th of July and dozens of other carnivals, festivals, events and parades.
Read MoreThink Halloween is Scary? Texting is Terrifying.
Halloween is a scary night of ghosts, goblins and other spooky costumes. If you’re like many people, you’ll be connected closely to your phone; after all, you never know when you may need it.
Read MoreBack to School with “Reasonable and Prudent” Driving Precautions
Children in Wisconsin have made their way back to school for the 2016-2017 academic year. This means there is much more activity on streets around schools, and more attention required by drivers. Motor vehicles can cause especially traumatic injuries to children. Posted signs for pedestrian crossings and slower speed limits in a school zone must be…
Read MoreWisconsin Seniors Slip, Trip and Fall Accidents
According to OSHA, falls are responsible for the majority of industry accidents; they cause fifteen percent of accidental deaths, and are the second cause of fatalities behind vehicle accidents. Ensure there is sufficient lighting to see walking surfaces clearly. Wear anti-slip shoes and be especially cautious of walkways covered by obstacles, those having uneven surfaces,…
Read MoreMADD about Car Accidents in WI
Car accidents are one of the top causes of death for adults, and number one for teenagers. Sadly, we hear about auto accidents in the news every day in Wisconsin. Every life lost is one too many. Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and distracted driving are leading causes of accidents for teenagers.…
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