November 4, 2014 by Domnitz & Domnitz, S.C.

Bike accidents in Wisconsin can mean need for Wisconsin bicycle accident attorneys

On behalf of Milwaukee personal injury attorney Ric Domnitz of Domnitz & Domnitz, S.C. posted in Bicycle Accidents on Tuesday, November 4, 2014.

Many Wisconsin residents may use their bicycle as a form of transportation or just enjoy cycling as an outdoor activity. While bicycles are a great way to get around, bicyclists are always at risk for suffering serious injuries if they are struck by a vehicle.

Certain individuals are more at risk for suffering injuries than others. For example, children between the age of 4 and 15 and adolescents and young adults between the ages of 15 and 24 account for approximately 60 percent of bicycle-related injuries. Additionally, males are more likely to suffer injuries than females. Finally, it should be known that most accidents occur in busy, urban areas and along roadways, not at intersections.

There are a number of ways that bicyclists can reduce the risk of becoming involved in an accident and suffering injuries. The biggest thing that bicyclists have control over is whether or not they wear a helmet. Adults and children who wear properly fitted helmets are less likely to suffer traumatic brain injuries and other associated injuries as they are protected. Additionally, bicyclists who wear fluorescent clothing, retro-reflective clothing and use lighting devices on their bicycles are more likely to be seen by motorists, which reduces the risk of a potential accident. Additionally, if the community provides roadway safety measures such as bike lanes or bike paths, these can be utilized by bicyclists in order to reduce risks of injury.

If someone becomes injured in a bike accident, they may be entitled to compensation for certain damages, such as medical bills, by filing a personal injury lawsuit. However, they must prove that it was the negligent or careless actions of the accused motorist that caused the injuries and not the actions of the injured cyclist.

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , “Bicycle-Related Injuries”, November 02, 2014

If you have been injured in bike accident, it is in your best interests to contact a Milwaukee personal injury attorney.

September 19, 2014 by Domnitz & Domnitz, S.C.

Milwaukee Bus Accident Attorneys Share News

One killed, 14 injured in school bus crash

On behalf of Milwaukee personal injury attorney Ric Domnitz of Domnitz & Domnitz, S.C. posted in Commercial Vehicle Accidents on Friday, September 19, 2014.

An accident involving a school bus and a car that occurred on Sept. 2 in Wisconsin caused the death of one woman and injuries to 14 other people, according to police. Authorities believe that the school bus driver failed to yield the right-of-way.

A 24-year-old woman who was in the car died in the crash, and her 27-year-old fiance was taken to a hospital for treatment of serious injuries. There was no information on the conditions of those on the bus who were injured.

At the time of the report, a local school official reported that the driver who allegedly caused the bus accident was on leave. No further comments from the official were reported. Authorities were still investigating the incident three days after its occurrence.

When a negligent driver causes an accident that results in death, he or she may become the target of a wrongful death lawsuit. An attorney may be able to help the loved ones of a victim who was killed in such a car accident file a wrongful death claim. A successful claim may allow the decedent’s loved ones to recover compensation for any accident-related damages, which may include hospital bills, funeral costs, lost income and loss of society and companionship.

An at-fault driver’s negligence must be proven in court in order for a claim to be successful. A wrongful death lawyer may review police reports, eyewitness accounts and other elements of an investigation to help prove negligence and liability, hopefully easing some financial stress for the family members and allowing them to focus on recovering emotionally during this difficult time.

Source: WTAQ, “Pulaski school bus driver on leave amid fatal crash investigation”, September 05, 2014

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December 12, 2012 by Domnitz & Domnitz, S.C.

Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer Shares Inspiring Story

Success story of Wisconsin car accident survivor

On behalf of Milwaukee personal injury attorney Ric Domnitz of Domnitz & Domnitz, S.C. posted in Car Accidents on Wednesday, December 12, 2012.

Often, talk of health care reform and improved education from politicians begins to sound trite and like more promises from figures that are mostly looking to secure votes rather than effect reform. These topics can begin to feel like buzz words that are used to sway a voter, but ultimately won’t mean much.

Not to a 32-year-old woman from Antigo, Wisconsin, that has been unofficially voted into the Arizona legislator. The woman has lived through the struggles she aims to reform for others. After graduating from Elcho High School in 1997, the woman was with a male friend when the pair was in a car accident after their vehicle traveled off of a dark road after a graduation party. Unknown to the two travelers, the vehicle struck a utility pole, knocking a live power line to the ground.

Investigators think the pair, uninjured on impact and able to leave the vehicle, were holding hands when the male friend stepped on the live wire. He died instantly from the electrical shock, and the young woman suffered extremely serious injuries. She had to quickly be airlifted to University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison. When she was well enough to go home, the young woman had significant scaring, lost an arm and was legally blind due to cataracts developed from the shock.

This young woman had just graduated high school. That is an age at which a young adult reaches a crossroads, they leave behind childhood and venture off into a new chapter. This woman had her plans radically altered from her intended course, but she did not let this stop her. She went to college, graduated not only on time and with a double major, but was the first in her family to graduate with a bachelor degree. Then she went on to get an advanced degree and now she has seen success in her campaign.

Typically, we detail terrible accidents in which individuals and families have their lives profoundly disrupted by car accidents. Today, while the events detailed above outline a horrific accident, there is a message of hope and inspiration in what one car accident victim form Wisconsin has continued to be able to accomplish in her life despite the misfortune that found her.

Source: AZCaptiolTimes.com, “Wisconsin native overcomes injury, now Arizona lawmaker,” Associated Press, Dec. 3, 2012

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April 22, 2011 by Domnitz & Domnitz, S.C.

Milwaukee I-94 Attorneys Share Sad News

Fatal car accident on I-94 in Racine County; Disabled car hit

On behalf of Milwaukee personal injury attorney Ric Domnitz of Domnitz & Domnitz, S.C. posted in Car Accidents on Friday, April 22, 2011.

A tragic SUV-car accident took the life of a Minnesota woman and injured five other people this morning on southbound I-94 in Racine County. The fatal accident occurred at about 2:30 a.m. this morning.

According to the Racine County Sheriff’s Department, a Chevy Impala had become disabled in the center lane of the Interstate. The driver called for help, but before the police could arrive to help, an SUV with Minnesota plates crashed head-on into the back of the Chevy.

The female driver of the SUV was ejected from her vehicle by the force of the car accident, and the SUV was crushed up against the median wall. The driver was pronounced dead on the scene. The other car was forced across the roadway and landed in a roadside ditch.

Three of the injured were passengers in the SUV. The other two were in the Chevy Impala. All five were taken to the hospital with serious injuries.

A flat-bed truck was needed to carry away the crushed SUV. A tow truck pulled the Chevy out of the ditch.

The fatal car wreck forced the closure of I-94 southbound for hours this morning as accident reconstruction teams attempted to determine the cause of the crash and crews worked to clear the wreckage. The State Patrol has now reopened the freeway.

It is unclear as of yet why the driver of the SUV failed to see the disabled vehicle, although it had not been pulled to the side of the road. Police have not ruled out any potential cause yet, including drunk driving, distracted driving or driver fatigue.

Please drive safely.

Source: TMJ4-TV 4 Milwaukee, “Woman Dead In Crash That Shut Down I-94 in Racine County,” Tom Murray and Jay Sorgi, April 22, 2011

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February 15, 2011 by Domnitz & Domnitz, S.C.

Wisconsin Bus Accident Attorneys Blog Update

Two injured in car accident involving school bus in Milwaukee

On behalf of Milwaukee personal injury attorney Ric Domnitz of Domnitz & Domnitz, S.C. posted in Car Accidents on Tuesday, February 15, 2011.

According to local Milwaukee news reports, two individuals were injured late Tuesday afternoon after a car and school bus collided on Milwaukee’s north side. Reports detail that the car accident occurred when a car ran a red light at Sherman Boulevard and Hope Avenue. As a result of the car accident, two individuals were injured when the car struck a power light, causing the electric wiring to fall. Many neighbors in the area reported that they rushed outside their homes after hearing a loud noise caused by the car accident.

One witness expressed, “It sounded like lightning…there were some skidding sounds and the next thing I heard was a pole or something getting hit.” Reports detailed that the bus involved in the car accident did in fact contain some students but none were injured in the collision. Following the car accident, another bus came to the scene to transport the student to their final destination.

Officials from the Milwaukee Fire Department told the media that the two individuals injured in the car accident were rescued from their vehicle and will recover from their injuries. No charges have been filed in this car accident case to date.

Source: WISN “Two Hurt In School Bus, Car Collision” 2/9/2011

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December 20, 2010 by Domnitz & Domnitz, S.C.

Local News from Milwaukee Snowmobile Injury Lawyers

Car Accident with Snowmobile Injuries 2 Outside Milwaukee

On behalf of Milwaukee personal injury attorney Ric Domnitz of Domnitz & Domnitz, S.C. posted in Car Accidents on Monday, December 20, 2010.

Milwaukee news sources detail that two men were injured last Friday night in a car accident involving a snowmobile. The car accident occurred when a snowmobile, operated by a 21-year-old man of Hartford, was crossing STH 60 just east of Goodland Road in the town of Rubicon around 8:00 p.m. Friday night.

According to the Dodge County Sheriff’s Department, the snowmobile was struck by the car traveling eastbound on STH 60. The vehicle was being driven by a 24-year-old motorist of Watertown. The driver of the vehicle was taken by ambulance to Hartford Hospital with injuries following the car accident. Authorities detailed that they did not know the extent of the man’s injuries following the crash with the snowmobile. The driver of the snowmobile was flown by Flight For Life to Froedert Hospital for treatment of serious injuries after the car struck his snowmobile.

This car accident remains under investigation by Dodge County authorities. Police are still unclear what caused the car to hit the snowmobile. Police did not mention the involvement of alcohol or drugs in this car accident case. More information on this Milwaukee car accident case will be available once police wrap up their investigation.

Source: WISN “Car Hits Snowmobile, Injuries 2” 12/18/2010

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August 23, 2010 by Domnitz & Domnitz, S.C.

Milwaukee Rollover Attorneys News Update

Wisconsin Man in Critical Condition after Rollover Car Accident

On behalf of Milwaukee personal injury attorney Ric Domnitz of Domnitz & Domnitz, S.C. posted in Car Accidents on Monday, August 23, 2010.

A Wisconsin man who was driving under the influence of alcohol is in critical condition following a rollover car accident over the weekend. According to news reports, 24-year-old Joshua Restivo, of Brodhead, Wis., was critically injured after a crash on West State Highway 213 at West Plymouth Church Road in the Town of Plymouth.

The rollover crash occurred around 10:20 p.m. when Restivo failed to negotiate a curve at Plymouth Church Road while driving westbound and entered the north ditch line on the road. Once in the ditch, the 1998 Chevy Cavalier rolled several times which caused Restivo to be ejected from the vehicle. The car came to a stop several hundred feet west of where the vehicle left the road.

According to the Rock County Sheriff’s Office, Restivo was not wearing his safety belt at the time of the crash. Following the crash, Orfordville Fire/EMS and Beliot EMS responded to the scene. Restivo was flown by a medical helicopter to Rockford Memorial Hospital where he was admitted in critical condition with non-life threatening injuries, according to authorities.

The Rock County Sheriff’s Office believes that excessive speed and alcohol were factors in the car accident and Restivo was cited for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Authorities believe further citations may be issued against Restivo at the conclusion of their investigation of the crash.

As a result of the car accident, the stretch of highway on Wisconsin 213 was closed after the time of the crash until shortly after 2 a.m. Sunday.

Source: WISC Madison “Man Injured In Single-Vehicle Rollover Crash” 08/22/2010

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