Hit and Run Reward for Information September 14, 2009
Posted by Attorney Jonathan Groth in FAQ Personal Injury.Tags: auto accident, hit and run, Milwaukee
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A University of Wisconsin student was hit by a driver. The driver fled the scene. Taking no responsibility.
Please, if you know any information about this collision contact the Milwaukee Police. Today’s TMJ 4 ran the story.
Here’s a synopsis of what happened:
Barger was stopped in the southbound lane of Fratney. A red SUV traveling eastbound on Burleigh made a sharp turn onto Fratney and ran Barger over. She was thrown off her bike, which was dragged under the SUV for a block. Barger was rushed to the hospital.
Barger’s injuries are extensive. She has stitches on her face and hands. Severe bruising and scraping all over her body. A chipped tooth. And serious road rash from being dragged by the fleeing SUV.
If you know any more information please call 414-935-7396.
Take The Time To Read Your Policy February 17, 2009
Posted by Attorney Jonathan Groth in FAQ Personal Injury, Personal Injury Law.Tags: auto accident, insurance settlement, Personal Injury Attorney, rental car
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John Bryan a West Virginia Car Accident Attorney recently wrote about the effect of your personal auto policy on a rental car. In short, he reminds everyone that just because you have auto insurance this does not mean your policy will cover you when you rent a vehicle.
Many of the policies out there cover rental cars being driven if their primary vehicle has broken-down or is otherwise being worked-on or out of commission. However, many of those same policies do not cover rental cars being driven if the policyholder’s primary vehicle is operational – for instance if you rent a car while on vacation. This means that if you choose not to purchase the insurance on the rental car and you are involved in an accident, you may be liable to the rental car company for the complete property damage to the rental car. This is because you will be signing a contract with the rental car company agreeing to pay for any property damage that is not covered by insurance.
Before you rent a vehicle make sure you’ve read your auto insurance policy to see whether you have coverage. Believe me, the last thing you want is to be driving around without any car insurance.
On A Lighter Note February 4, 2009
Posted by Attorney Jonathan Groth in Wisconsin Auto Accidents.Tags: auto accident, bike accident, car accident, motor vehicle collision, truck accidents
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Auto accidents are serious matters. Especially when people are seriously injured.
But, once in a while we have to find something to laugh about. I found this bunch of pictures of, what appears to be, mostly single car collisions. My favorite is “Class Is Cancelled.”
Class is Cancelled car accidenet photo. I think this is a good example of an understatement.
Thanks Dark Roasted Blend for compiling these. The tag line of the blog post sums it up best: ”Nothing is as fascinating as an unexplained accident.”
Deer Love November 7, 2008
Posted by Attorney Jonathan Groth in Wisconsin Auto Accidents.Tags: auto accident, Wisconsin Auto Accidents
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It’s that time of year in Wisconsin and across the nation. It’s the rut. That’s when every buck tries to find a doe.
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety approximately 223 people died in animal-vehicle crashes in 2007.
institute records revealed from January 2005 through April 2008, animal-vehicle collisions were three times more likely during November.
Rural areas with speed limits around 55 mph were most dangerous. They note that collisions were more likely to happen between dusk and dawn. So, if you are going to the cabin to get set for the upcoming deer season be careful driving!
Jon Groth is a Wisconsin Personal Injury Attorney handling cases throughout Wisconsin and most recently in Marinette, Milwaukee, Milton and Wauwatosa.
No TXT while DRVNG in CA September 29, 2008
Posted by Attorney Jonathan Groth in FAQ Personal Injury.Tags: auto accident, Wisconsin car accident lawyer, wisconsin personal injury
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The Governator just signed a bill banning texting and emailing while driving. If you are caught texting or emailing while driving in California you will be fined $20 the first time and $50 each subsequent offense.
The bill was drafted, in part, after a study that showed that most Americans who text also text while driving.
I can’t imagine it will be long before a bill like this is introduced in Wisconsin.
Jon Groth is a Wisconsin Personal Injury Attorney handling cases throughout Wisconsin and most recently in Crivitz, Janesville, Plymouth, Wauwatosa and Germantown.
Ocho Cinco September 2, 2008
Posted by Attorney Jonathan Groth in FAQ Personal Injury.Tags: auto accident, wisconsin personal injury, Wisconsin Personal Injury Attorney
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AKA Chad Johnson of the Bengals. Mr. Ocho Cinco has changed his name from Chad Johnson to Chad Ocho Cinco. So what does this have to do with Personal Injury law in Wisconsin?
Simply put, trust but verify. I’ve had a great number of clients that came to me because the at fault driver fled the scene, didn’t give any insurance information or lied about who was driving the car. So, what happens if someone doesn’t appear to be completely honest at the scene of an accident (i.e. when you exchange information gives you the name Chad Ocho Cinco)?
The key is to take as much information as possible. First call the Police. Then get their address, license number, remember what they look like and don’t be afraid to take a picture of the accident scene with your cell camera. Also, don’t forget to ask for their mobile phone number! A mobile phone number can be useful in determining if the at fault driver was distracted at the time of the collision.
It’s sad but true. Nowadays you can’t trust that anyone is giving you the right information. I have a lot of experience tracking down people across the United States. I’ll do what I can to help you too.
Jon Groth is a Wisconsin Personal Injury Attorney handling cases throughout Wisconsin and most recently in Wauwatosa, Ixonia, Crivitz and Sheboygan.
Under Doctor’s Care… July 30, 2008
Posted by Attorney Jonathan Groth in Personal Groth.Tags: auto accident, wisconsin personal injury, Wisconsin Personal Injury Attorney
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It seems simple and I say it a lot: Follow your doctor’s advice. If after an auto accident you are told to not pick up certain things that way 15 or more pounds, then don’t do it. No matter what some may say, everyone wants the victims of car accidents to get better fast. You pay the doctor big money to advise you how to get better fast.
Your doctors know what they are doing. Follow their advice. If you are on work restrictions then follow them. If you are to “take it easy” then do it. There are always going to be exceptions, and I understand that. But, after an auto accident and before you decide to go do something ask yourself what your physician would say.
And the winner is…Allstate! July 21, 2008
Posted by Attorney Jonathan Groth in FAQ Personal Injury.Tags: Allstate Insurance, auto accident, wisconsin personal injury, Wisconsin Personal Injury Attorney
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“There is no greater poster child for insurance industry greed than Allstate.” The American Association for Justice recently published a report of the ten worst insurance companies. Allstate won the prize!
Other “honorable mentions” of auto/home insurance companies that write policies in Wisconsin are: AIG (3), State Farm (4), Farmers (7), Liberty Mutual (10).
Is there any wonder why victims of auto accidents, dog bites, motorcycle accidents and the like hire personal injury attorneys when Allstate’s insured is at fault?
Jon Groth is a Wisconsin Personal Injury Attorney handling cases throughout Wisconsin and most recently in Lomira, Twin Lakes, Wauwatosa and Milton.
Surprise! Teen Drivers Ignore Rules June 15, 2008
Posted by Attorney Jonathan Groth in FAQ Personal Injury.Tags: auto accident, Wisconsin Personal Injury Attorney
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Actually, I’m not surprised. A recent AP article notes a study which says teen drivers don’t abide by the law against using cell phones.
The understatement of the year may be a quote from the article, “Cell phone bans for teen drivers are difficult to enforce.” This was referring to enforcement by police agencies.
I think the easiest enforcement is for parents to take cell phones away. Or simply talk with teens about the dangers of talking on cell phones. If any parents want examples of how using a cell phone while driving is dangers just give me a call. I can give you lots of examples of my clients who were seriously injured in motor vehicle accidents where the at fault party was distracted by a cell phone.
FYI. There is no statewide ban on cell phone use while driving in Wisconsin.
Jon Groth is a Wisconsin Personal Injury Attorney handling cases throughout Wisconsin and most recently in Milwaukee, Racine, Kenosha and Wauwatosa.
Finally Some “Good” News June 14, 2008
Posted by Attorney Jonathan Groth in Personal Groth.Tags: Allstate Insurance, auto accident, wisconsin personal injury, Wisconsin Personal Injury Attorney
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Allstate recently conducted a survey about fatal teen crashes.
The metro area including Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis is one of the 10 LEAST deadly teen driving hotspots according to Allstate Insurance and its research foundation. Chicago-Naperville-Joliet, IL also falls in the least deadly category.
There is bad news for Wisconsin vacationers. The Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater area is the greatest “hotspot for fatal teen crashes.”
Jon Groth is a Wisconsin Personal Injury Attorney handling cases throughout Wisconsin and most recently in Crivitz, Kenosha, Janesville and Wauwatosa.
