Ways Insurance Tracking Devices Could Hurt Car Accident Claims
Many car insurance companies offer discount programs for safe driving. Examples include GEICO’s DriveEasy, Allstate’s Drivewise and Progressive’s Snapshot program. But did you know that by joining a good driver discount program, your insurer is able to track your driving habits? Sigman Janssen discusses the kinds of data being collected and how that data is […]
Read MoreWhat Does Attorney-Client Privilege Mean for Injured Accident Victims?
Privacy protection is of utmost importance to everyone’s life. You have the right to be cautious with disclosing any information that may be used against you. Fortunately, injured accident victims who retain legal representation are protected by attorney-client privilege. Perhaps you have heard that term mentioned, but are you aware of what it means? How […]
Read MoreAre Negotiations Still Possible If I Verbally Agreed to a Settlement?
This is a hard question to answer as multiple factors will need to be considered. Insurance companies routinely make settlement offers very early on in the process because they know car crash victims are in need of compensation and unaware of how much their claim may be worth. It is important to mention that some […]
Read MoreDetermining Liability for Injuries Sustained in a Multi-Vehicle Accident
Multi-vehicle accidents can be chaotic, with many different parties affected. One impact may have led to another, creating a chain reaction. That is why it can often be difficult to determine who is at fault for the accident. There are several factors to consider to determine liability for a multi-vehicle accident. Our auto accident lawyers […]
Read MoreHow Do I Check the Status on a Pending Social Security Disability Claim?
It can take some time for the Social Security Administration (SSA) to make a decision on your disability claim. During this time period, you may have questions about your pending claim. Fortunately, there are a number of ways to check your claim’s status, depending on the stage your disability claim is in. Our Green Bay Social […]
Read MoreHow Can I Receive Worker’s Comp Benefits for an Occupational Disease?
Workers who get injured on the job may be eligible to receive worker’s compensation benefits. These benefits can also extend to those who contract an occupational disease in the workplace. However, you must be able to prove that your illness was the result of conditions particular to your job. If you have contracted an occupational […]
Read MoreEvidence of Speeding That Could Help Support a Car Accident Case
Many car accidents are caused by speeding drivers. Traveling just a few miles over the posted speed limit can make any damage to vehicles worse and significantly increase the risk of serious injuries in an accident. In most cases, the driver who was speeding is liable for damages. However, proving that the at-fault driver was […]
Read MoreWho is Liable for a Collision Caused by Objects Falling from Vehicles?
Every driver has had small rocks or flying road debris hit his or her windshield. The resulting damage is typically minor and often covered by auto insurance. But what if you encounter a much larger object in the road, such as one that fell off another vehicle? If the object was not properly loaded or […]
Read MoreCan I Receive Social Security Disability and Worker’s Compensation?
The short answer is yes. You can get Social Security Disability (SSD) and worker’s comp benefits due to a work accident or work-related medical condition. However, if you receive both benefits at the same time, one of these benefits will be offset or reduced. The Social Security Administration (SSA) places a monthly limit on how […]
Read MoreAvoiding a Crash on Dangerous Roads in and Around Green Bay
Although it may not be possible to avoid traveling on dangerous roads with a high number of crashes, it is still important to be informed about them. This way you can use extra caution and drive defensively to help reduce the risk of being involved in an accident that may cause serious injuries. Below, our […]
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