Penalties May Stiffen for Drunk Drivers Who Cause Injuries
March 20, 2014 Drunk driving results in thousands of collisions in Wisconsin, that leave motorists injured or killed each year. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation shows the number of operating while intoxicated (OWI) convictions have risen steadily in recent years with 38,324 motorists in the state facing the charge, compared to the 35,753 individuals arrested […]
Posted on behalf of James Pitz in Auto Accidents
Read More3 Green Bay St. Patrick’s Day Events Worth Checking Out
While the St. Patrick’s Day holiday does not officially kick off until Monday, many businesses around Appleton and Green Bay are beginning to celebrate early this year. The Green Bay personal injury attorneys with Sigman, Janssen, Sewall, Pitz & Burkham would like point out some of the events they are looking forward to this year: Green Bay […]
Posted on behalf of James Pitz in Auto Accidents
Read MoreConstruction Accidents Result in Hefty Costs for Companies Responsible
Data indicates that construction accidents are responsible for many on-the-job injuries that result in Wisconsin Workers Compensation Claims. Recently, several construction companies reached settlements with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding the fines they will pay for several serious and fatal construction accidents. According to the Daily Reporter, the first incident occurred on April 20, […]
Posted on behalf of Sigman, Janssen, Sewall, Pitz & Burkham in Workers Compensation
Read More“Run For A Reason”- Free Entry Into the 2014 Cellcom Green Bay Marathon and Half Marathon
At Sigman, Janssen, Stack, Sewall & Pitz, our team of Green Bay personal injury lawyers believes in giving back to the community we serve. That’s why we would like to remind citizens about several upcoming running events that are for a good cause. The 2014 Cellcom Green Bay Half Marathon and Marathon are taking place May 16-18. Runners from […]
Posted on behalf of Sigman, Janssen, Sewall, Pitz & Burkham in General News
Read MoreWisconsin Considering Cellphone Ban in Construction Zones
Distracted driving is a growing problem in Wisconsin. There were a total of 3,328 people killed and another 421,000 who were seriously injured as a result of distracted driving car accidents in 2012. The latter figure was a nine percent increase from the 2011 total. Distracted driving is especially dangerous in construction zones, where a […]
Posted on behalf of James Pitz in Auto Accidents
Read MoreCommon Questions That Follow Workplace Injuries
Employees of businesses in Wisconsin face many on-the-job hazards each day that may cause injuries. When work accidents happen, a majority of these individuals are covered by workers’ compensation benefits. But for many, the process of applying for benefits raises numerous questions. The Appleton workers compensation lawyers with Sigman, Janssen, Sewall, Pitz & Burkham can […]
Posted on behalf of Sigman, Janssen, Sewall, Pitz & Burkham in Workers Compensation
Read MoreWisconsin Jury Awards Car Accident Victim $23,000 for Injuries
When individuals are seriously injured in motor vehicle collisions where the person responsible for the accident was not properly insured, they may seek compensation from their own insurer to cover their damages. The car accident lawyers in Appleton, WI with Sigman, Janssen, Sewall, Pitz & Burkham explain that such a case was recently heard in […]
Posted on behalf of James Pitz in Auto Accidents
Read MoreSocial Security Lawyers Discuss 3 Major Changes to Disability Benefits in 2014
December 26, 2013 There are millions of Americans who depend on Social Security Disability Benefits as a resource for income; however, recipients can expect to see several major changes in the way benefits are processed and figured in the coming year. One of the greatest changes is the increase in benefits that each recipient will see. According […]
Posted on behalf of Ana Burkham in Social Security
Read MoreWisconsin Considers New Law Banning Cellphones in Road Construction Zones
December 19, 2013 Two factors that can increase the chances of motorists being involved in collisions are cellphone distractions and construction zones. The Appleton car accident lawyers with Sigman, Janssen, Sewall, Pitz & Burkham say that is why state lawmakers are considering passing legislation that would prohibit drivers from using cellphones while in construction zones. According to […]
Posted on behalf of James Pitz in Auto Accidents
Read MoreThe Dangers of Transportation Accidents
December 5, 2013 When a worker is injured as the result of an on-the-job accident, he or she may be entitled to compensation from workers compensation benefits. Sigman, Janssen, Sewall, Pitz & Burkham’s team of workers compensation lawyers explain that the most common causes of injuries in these claims are transportation accidents. According to the […]
Posted on behalf of Sigman, Janssen, Sewall, Pitz & Burkham in Workers Compensation
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