Common 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 Injury & Disability Lawyers can […]
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 Injury & Disability Lawyers explain that such a case was recently heard in […]
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 […]
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 Injury & Disability Lawyers say that is why state lawmakers are considering passing legislation that would prohibit drivers from using cellphones while in construction zones. According to […]
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 Injury & Disability Lawyers’s team of workers compensation lawyers explain that the most common causes of injuries in these claims are transportation accidents. According to the […]
Read MoreForklift Operator Killed in Work-Related Accident
Oct. 8, 2012 A 54-year-old forklift operator from Dodgeville, Wisconsin, was killed earlier this week as a result of an on-the-job accident. According to a story published by The Cap Times, the incident occurred at around 8:45 a.m. on Wednesday at Wick Homes, located at 341 Walter Road in Mazomanie, Wisconsin. A spokesperson for the Dane […]
Read MoreDebate Over Raising Wisconsin’s Speed Limit Stirs Controversy
October 31, 2013 Speeding is one of the leading causes of fatal motor vehicle collisions in the United States, and it’s fueling controversy about whether or not Wisconsin should raise its speed limit. A Green Bay car accident lawyer with Sigman Janssen Injury & Disability Lawyers points out that one state legislator is pushing a […]
Read MoreLower Than Average COLA Expected for Social Security Beneficiaries in 2014
October 24, 2013 For those unable to work due to physical or mental conditions, Social Security Disability Benefits can be vital sources of income. However, the rising costs of services and goods that Americans use every day can make it difficult for recipients to make ends meet. The Appleton Social Security Disability attorneys with Sigman […]
Read MoreLawmakers Considering Reforms to the Wisconsin Workers Compensation System
October 10, 2013 When an employee is injured on-the-job, they often have a right to file for compensation for medical bills and lost wages through their employer’s workers’ compensation insurance coverage. The Wisconsin Workers’ Compensation Lawyers with Sigman Janssen Injury & Disability Lawyers explain the system in Wisconsin is considered strong, with some of the lowest costs […]
Read MoreExamining Defective Highway Design
September 26, 2013 The Green Bay car accident lawyers with Sigman Janssen Injury & Disability Lawyers explain that each year, hundreds of thousands of car accidents are recorded in Wisconsin and across the United States. A portion of those crashes are attributed to a defective highway design or maintenance, such as uneven pavement. In fact, a […]
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