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Quoted February 5, 2009

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I guess I was quoted in a couple legal publications. 

Thanks to whoever decided to publish this.  I appreciate the publicity!

 

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On A Lighter Note February 4, 2009

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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

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.”

Contact Sport Injury February 4, 2009

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Cheerleading is a contact sport. 

So says the Wisconsin Supreme Court.  So, what does this mean for teenage girls across Wisconsin?  Well, you can’t sue another cheerleader if you are injured in the act of leading cheers. 

This decision was the first of its kind.  It came not too long after a study that says that cheerleading is the most dangerous sport. 

So, what does this mean for those injured in the same manner as Brittany Noffke?  Parents make sure you have good health insurance, discuss the risks with your child and have good long talk with the coach about safety during practice.

Worker’s Compensation in IL February 3, 2009

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I receive a bunch of worker’s compensation questions.  I don’t handle 1st party worker’s compensation cases.  I do handle 3rd party claims.  

For example, if you are injured at work after falling over a couple cords that a co-worker left on the ground – that is a 1st party claim.  If you are injured at work because a worker from a entirely different company dropped a hammer on your arm – that is a 3rd party claim.   (I actually handled a claim similar to the case…my client was lucky the hammer didn’t hit him in the head). 

Anyway, there are a bunch of sites out there with good info about the worker’s compensation law.  I’m lucky to have some good friends in Illinois who update me on their worker’s compensation law.  

Today I found a blog that discusses Illinois’ workers compensation laws. 

Check it out here.

The People’s Court February 3, 2009

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I always wondered how The People’s Court found their cases.   Thanks to Eric’s blog now we know! 

I’ve added Eric’s blog to my RSS feed.  I suggest you do the same.  He has  some really good stuff.

Snowmobile Safety January 9, 2009

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BRP U.S. Inc. recalled some Ski-Doo snowmobiles last year.  Now that we have a bunch of snow in Wisconsin it is time to check your snowmobile (or as Governor Sarah Palin says “Snow Machine”).

Ski-Doo is imported from Finland by the BRP U.S. Inc. company in Sturtevant, Wisconsin.  The Consumer Product Safety Commission has the information and pictures on their website.  The hazard is:

Friction between the fuel hose and the cylinder head cover can cause the hose to pierce. This can cause fuel to leak out, posing a fire hazard.

If you are driving snowmobiles this season be sure to stay safe.  The Wisconsin Association of Snowmobile Clubs has a weekly safety tip.  Check them out and drive safe.

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Injury at Work January 8, 2009

Posted by Attorney Jonathan Groth in Motorcycle Collisions, Personal Injury Law, Wisconsin Auto Accidents.
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I was asked recently about a worker’s compensation question.  For full disclosure I handle only workplace injuries against third parties.  For example, if you are driving a work vehicle and involved in a car accident I would help you obtain compensation for pain and suffering, mileage to the doctor, doctors bills, property damage, rental vehicle and lost wages etc. This claim is against the at fault driver, i.e. the third party.

In addition to the claim against the at fault driver the injured person has a claim with workers compensation insurance.  These types of claims are called first party claims.  I don’t handle these.  But, I work with attorneys across Wisconsin who do a great job.

Anyway, the question was whether an employer can force an employee to sign a contract to waive any worker’s compensation benefits.

This is what I found from Wisconsin’s Office of the Commissioner of Insurance:

An employer subject to the Act may not withhold or
collect any money from employees or any other
person, including independent contractors and
subcontractors, to pay for worker’s compensation
insurance. To do so is illegal. Also, no agreement by
an employee waiving rights to compensation is valid.
[s. 102.16 (3) and 102.16 (5), Wis. Stat.]

I hope this answers your question!

Jon Groth is a Wisconsin Personal Injury Attorney handling cases throughout Wisconsin and most recently in Wauwatosa, West Allis, Sheboygan,  Plymouth,  and Germantown.

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Let’s Get to Zero January 7, 2009

Posted by Attorney Jonathan Groth in Drunk Driving, Motorcycle Collisions, Personal Injury Law, Wisconsin Auto Accidents.
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The State of Wisconsin is running a serious ad blitz on TV and radio.  The ads talk about the number of deaths and serious injuries that occur daily because of car accidents.  In short the ads talk about cell phones, drinking and not paying attention as bad driving habits that we all can work on.  If we can change our habits there won’t be as many injuries and serious car accidents in Wisconsin.

Their website ZeroInWisconsin.gov says:

Some deaths were caused by speeding while others were a result of drunk driving, or not wearing a seat belt. Tragically, these deaths affect many lives and cause great pain to thousands of people throughout the state. Fortunately, you can help change that number.

There is a bunch of statistics on the page too.   I think I’ve already talked about the death totals from car accidents before.

In short, this is a good time to assess your driving habits and make a New Year’s Resolution to drive more responsibly.  It sounds simple but this is good advice:

By staying within the speed limit, being sober behind the wheel, and buckling up, you can do simple things that can turn more than 500 annual deaths into zero.

Jon Groth is a Wisconsin Personal Injury Attorney handling cases throughout Wisconsin and most recently in West Allis, Sheboygan,  Plymouth,  and Germantown.

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Happy New Year January 1, 2009

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Happy 2009!

I’m behind on my blog posts. I apologize. To be honest I’m really enjoying playing with my kids and NOT posting. After the Holidays I’ll be back to my old blogging self.

Merry Christmas December 24, 2008

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Merry Christmas Everyone! (Click to track Santa using NORAD)

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas