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Last updated on April 1, 2025
Car accidents cause problems that few people ever see coming. Suddenly, you may need major repairs or a new car. Your injuries may also require ongoing medical treatment and prevent you from being able to work and earn income. All of this new weight on your shoulders may come with anxiety and depression. What do you do?
At Lindner Law, LLC, our experienced Milwaukee car accident attorneys understand those problems. For decades we have delivered custom-tailored legal solutions for people whose lives were upended by car wrecks, no matter what the extent of their damages were. No case is too small or too big. We will promise to devote the same amount of our time and expertise to the routine rear-end car accident case as we do to a serious crash involving wrongful death.
We believe you deserve VIP treatment. That means:
Our No-Cost, No-Fee, VIP Guarantee: If you are not satisfied with our legal services within the first 30 days after you start to work with us on your car accident claim, you may request your file and go elsewhere – no charge, and no questions asked.
Being involved in a car accident can be a stressful and confusing experience. Knowing the right steps to take immediately after a crash can help protect your rights and improve your chances of securing fair compensation.
These steps can help strengthen your case and avoid costly mistakes that may harm your claim.
If you are involved in a car accident in Wisconsin, understanding the state’s liability laws is essential. Wisconsin follows an at-fault system, meaning the driver responsible for causing the accident is liable for damages. Additionally, Wisconsin adheres to a comparative negligence rule, which can impact how compensation is awarded.
Wisconsin uses a 51% comparative negligence rule, meaning you can only recover damages if you are less than 51% at fault. If you are found partially responsible, your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault.
For example, suppose you are in an accident and are found to be 20% at fault while the other driver is 80% responsible. If your damages total $100,000, you can still recover $80,000 (after a 20% reduction). However, if you are 51% or more at fault, you are barred from recovering any compensation. Our experienced car accident attorney can help ensure you are not unfairly blamed for an accident.
Understanding Wisconsin’s damage limits and statute of limitations can help you understand your legal rights and avoid missing deadlines that could prevent you from recovering compensation.
In most car accident cases, Wisconsin does not impose general caps on compensatory damages (economic and noneconomic). However, certain limits apply:
The statute of limitations sets a deadline for filing a lawsuit. In Wisconsin:
Failing to file within the statute of limitations means losing the right to pursue compensation. Acting promptly can help ensure your case is handled effectively and that critical evidence is preserved.
Insurance companies often prioritize their bottom line over paying out fair claims. Knowing how to handle negotiations and avoid common mistakes can significantly impact the outcome of your case. The insurance settlement process includes:
Working with an attorney at this stage is crucial as it helps ensure you get the best possible offer. When dealing with insurance companies, avoid the following pitfalls:
Being cautious and prepared can protect you from insurance companies’ tactics to minimize payouts. Our skilled car accident lawyers in Milwaukee can advocate for you and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Our attorneys have experience handling many types of auto accident claims statewide, including:
We gather and examine all available evidence. We also consult with experts in motor vehicle accident reconstruction, engineering and other fields. We use that evidence to determine the cause of the crash as well as every party who should be held accountable for the losses that each of our clients has suffered in a car accident through no fault of their own.
Our car accident lawyers collect and review medical records, receipts of other accident-related expenses, work and income records and statements from friends and family members in order to determine the physical, emotional and financial impact of an auto accident on our clients’ lives. We also consult with doctors, nurses, life care planners and other medical experts to determine our clients’ future medical needs and the costs of meeting those needs.
By carefully preparing claims, we work from a position of strength when we negotiate with insurance companies or argue a case in court. As a result, we reach settlements for most car accident cases that our law firm handles. However, we never rush through a case or advise a client to accept a settlement that fails to fairly compensate them. Our highly skilled trial lawyers are always ready to go to court for our clients.
Our attorneys know how a Milwaukee car accident can cause catastrophic injuries, including brain damage, spinal cord injury, burns, fractures, scarring and disfigurement. Victims may suffer permanent disabilities that leave them unable to work or enjoy life as they did before.
Our staff features investigators, property damage specialists, paralegals, legal secretaries and other personnel. They all work toward pursuing maximum compensation for the losses our clients have suffered. We know that compensation will play a big role for them as they cope with their injuries and move on with their lives.
In a claim, our car accident lawyers may pursue damages that include:
To recover maximum compensation for our clients, we identify all liable parties and all available sources of compensation, including another party’s insurance coverage and, in some cases, our clients’ own insurance policies.
The contractual relationships between over-the-road truckers, the companies for which they haul goods, and the owners of the tractors and trailers are complicated. If you are hit by a truck driver who is employed by a company, the driver, the company, and the company’s insurer are all potentially liable. However, many drivers act as independent contractors. They may or may not have their own individual insurance.
Truck companies have strong legal teams that are experienced at decreasing the relative degree of fault of their drivers. You need a skilled truck accident attorney who can investigate the complex factors involved in your crash, gather key evidence from the truck’s black box and advocate on your behalf. A truck’s black box contains data about the vehicle’s trip leading up to the crash. Trucking companies may try to recover and delete this information if you do not have an attorney who can step in and request access to this valuable data.
Accidents involving trucks can easily result in severe injuries due to their size. Our lawyers can help you pursue maximum compensation to cover your medical costs and any necessary long-term care.
Uber and Lyft require all their drivers to purchase at least the minimum insurance required by their state of residence. If the rideshare driver had their app on at the time of the crash and was in the process of picking up or dropping off a rider, Uber or Lyft might be liable for the accident damages. If the driver was not on duty, their personal insurance company may be required to pay damages. Our legal team will thoroughly investigate the particulars of your accident involving the driver of a ridesharing service to determine fault and liability.
While all Wisconsin motorists are required by law to carry insurance, some still fail to do so. If you are hit by an uninsured motorist, your personal insurance coverage will cover your damages up to the limits of your coverage. In Wisconsin, insurers must provide a minimum of $25,000 in uninsured motorist coverage per person and $50,000 per accident for any bodily injuries the driver or one of their passengers might suffer.
Some of the most common causes of motorcycle collisions include:
No. Under Wisconsin law, most motorcyclists are not required to wear a helmet. You are only required to wear a helmet if you are under 18 or if you are driving with an instructional permit. If you were hit by another driver while you were not wearing a helmet, you can still file a personal injury claim to recover damages.
In Wisconsin, you have three years to file a personal injury claim after a motor vehicle accident. However, we recommend pursuing a claim immediately after a car crash. This allows your legal team to thoroughly investigate evidence and establish fault early on so no key information is lost.
Yes. Regardless of how you feel immediately after a crash, you should always seek medical evaluation. Some severe injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries, may not be apparent for days or even weeks after the accident.
Do not be concerned about the costs of seeking medical care. We can submit those costs to be covered under your personal injury claim.
Our law firm handles cases in Milwaukee, Appleton and throughout Wisconsin. Contact us today for a free case review by calling our Milwaukee office at 414-296-1694 or our Appleton office at 920-413-5096 or toll-free at 866-359-1413. We charge no fee for our services unless we recover compensation for you.
Lindner Law, LLC
648 N Plankinton Ave
Suite 280
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Phone: 414-296-1694
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