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Rear End Accident Injures Five

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Living Lake Country Reporter released information about an accident that caused injury to 5 people. The Waukesha Sheriff reported that a vehicle was driving east on County Line Road and stopped to turn left onto Briar Ridge Lane in the Town of Lisbon. The car was struck from behind by a second car. The driver of the first car was uninjured. However, his two passengers, a 10-year-old and a 12-year-old boy, his sons, were taken to a nearby hospital for minor injuries after the rear end collision. The driver of the second car sustained serious injuries, and her 4-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter were taken to a nearby hospital for injuries.The two kids in the second car had to be airlifted to the hospital. Police are still investigating the crash.

Have you been seriously injured in a car wreck? Contact a Waukesha car wreck attorney.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration there were over 30,000 motor vehicle traffic crashes that resulted in fatalities in 2010. In the same year there were over 16,800 fatal accidents that killed the drivers of the vehicles. The injury rate in 2010 was the same as in 2009. Drivers between the ages of 20 and 34 are the most likely to be involved in a fatal car accident due to speeding. In 2010 and 2009 75 people are injured per 100 million miles of travel of vehicles. In Wisconsin there were over 550 fatal car accidents in 2010. However, across the nation fatal crashes decreased by 2.2 percent from 2009 to 2010, and the fatality rate dropped to 1.11 fatalities per 100 million vehicle miles of travel in 2010.  Although this is not a high number, one fatality in a crash is too high. Being a safe driver is important not only for your safety, but for those around you.

If you have been seriously injured in a car wreck it is important that you seek financial compensation for your injuries. The best way to do that is contacting a Waukesha car wreck attorney. Attorneys at Jastroch and LaBarge, S.C. are dedicated and work on a variety of personal injury cases. Traffic accidents and car wrecks can cause a lot of serious injuries. It is important that after your accident you seek medical attention. Whether you live in Kenosha, Racine, Waukesha, or any other city in Wisconsin there is a lawyer who will work with you on your case. Jastroch & LaBarge, S.C. are attorneys who have a lot of experience helping their clients get social security disability reconsideration, settling disputes about worker’s compensation and insurance bad faith claims. Let them help you recover the financial compensation you deserve. Contact them today at (877) 558-5855 for a free consultation.

Fatal Car Crash in Waukesha | Milwaukee Car Crash Attorney

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Journal Sentinel reports that a driver charged in fatal Waukesha County crash. According to the report the driver was on State Highway 59 westbound when he ran into a blue Pontiac. The driver of the Pontiac died upon impact.

Have you been seriously injured in car accident that was not you fault? Contact a Milwaukee car crash attorney to help recover from your loss.

Reports from City-data.com indicate that there were 31 fatal accidents that occurred in Milwaukee in 2009. In Waukesha, only one fatal accident occurred in 2009. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that motor vehicle accidents are the most common cause of death for Americans. Over 30,000 people are killed in car crashes every year. This also means that there was over $41 billion in medical and work loss costs. Wisconsin reported over $750 million spent in cost of car crash deaths. Car crashes are not only dangerous but very expensive and can cause many families large debts.

If you have been injured in a car crash and suffered serious injuries it is important contact a greater Milwaukee car crash attorney. After suffering serious injuries in a car crash it is difficult to consider needing the help of an attorney. However, a dedicated and experienced lawyer can help settle an insurance dispute, investigate liability of the crash, and help insure that you receive the best care when in the hospital. At Jastroch & LaBarge, S.C. it is law firm that makes their clients a priority. They use their experience to help fight for the rights of their clients. Contact a car crash attorney at law today to get the financial compensation and recovery you deserve. Call today for a free consultation at (877) 558-5855.

Drunk Driver Convicted in Deaths of Older Couple | Waukesha Wrongful Death Attorney

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According to the Journal-Sentinel a drunk driver is being convicted for the deaths of a New Berlin couple. The couple was struck at N. 27th St. and W. St. Paul Ave. They were leaving Patowatomi Bingo Casino when a drunk driver lost control of his vehicle and wrecked into the couples car. The drunk driver was a 17 year-old boy who had an expired license and was driving a stolen car. The driver said that he has no memory of the accident. According to police reports the drunk driver lost control of the stolen vehicle, it became airborne and crashed into the roof of the New Berlin couple’s car. The driver than fled the scene of the crime to a family members house. The stolen car had belonged to his Aunt and she helped police track him down. The teen was reported having a blood alcohol level of 0.183 which is twice the legal limit. The now 18 year-old is pleading no contest due to his lack of memory of the accident, this is treated like a plea of guilt.

Have you lost a loved one to a persons negligence? Contact Waukesha wrongful death attorney.

In 2011 CBS 58 dug up lists of repeat drunk driving offenders and found that there were 39 cases of drunk driving offenders on their 5th or 6th DUI in Waukesha. Wisconsin has the highest drunk driving rates in the nation according to Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Drunk driving is to blame for 45% of the driving fatalities in Wisconsin.

Don’t let someone else’s negligence hurt your family any more than it already has, contact a Waukesha wrongful death attorney. Unfortunately the criminal charges that drunk drivers face doesn’t console the surviving family of the victim lost. No judge or jury can bring back your loved one, but a compassionate Waukesha wrongful death attorney can help you secure financial compensation to help cover finances that a family incurs with the loss of a loved one. Please contact Jastroch & LaBarge, SC attorneys at law for a free consultation at (877) 558-5855 today.

General Motors Recalls over 40,000 cars | Waukesha Personal Injury Attorney

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According to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel General Motors is recalling 40,859 cars. The problem lies in the Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 sedans. The models from 2007 through the 2009 have plastic parts in the fuel pumps that are susceptible to cracks due to intense heat. The Chevrolet Equinoxes, Pontiac Torrents and Saturn Ions from 2007 are also built with these plastic parts. The reason that these parts are being recalled is that a crack in the fuel pump could cause a fuel leak. Drivers would then be at risk of a fire. GM released a statement saying that these cars are more at risk in hotter states like Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada or Texas. So only cars in these states are covered under the recall. Owners of the Cobalt and the G5 in Arkansas and Oklahoma are also included. No injuries are reported with this recall.

Have you been in a car accident in Waukesha caused by a faulty car part? Contact a Waukesha personal injury attorney.

In 2010 GM was forced to recall 1.5 million cars due to a risk of engine fires, cited at statiticbrain.com. This would be the 4th GM recall since the 1980′s. Recalls are very common the total number of vehicles recalled for equipment malfunction is 66,000,000. Safety recalls are a very serious issue and can cause lots of harm to consumers. There are three types of product defects that can affect consumers. Design defects, manufacturing defects, and marketing defects. Design defects is when a piece does not perform as it was engineered to do so. The manufacturing defects is caused when there is an error on the product assembly line that creates a hazard. The marketing department is designated to warn the consumer of possible injuries caused by interaction, for example labeling something as hot. When there is a defect the first thing that needs to be identified is what type of defect it is to find out whose at fault.

Has a loved one been injured by a design, manufacturing, or marketing defect? Turn to a law firm of trusted personal injury attorneys. Jastroch & LaBarge, S.C. attorneys at law are dedicated personal injury attorneys who are willing to sit down with you and help you recover financial compensation for and injury caused by a defect in an automobile. When dealing with a large car company it is hard to feel heard, these personal injury attorneys have dealt with countless personal injuries and want to give you a free consultation. Call Jastroch & LaBarge, S.C. attorneys at law  at (877) 558-5855 today!

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1 Injured in Drunk Driving Crash | Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer

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A man was transported to Waukesha Memorial Hospital after a car crash involving an apparently intoxicated driver, according to the Waukesha Patch. The man had pulled over to the side of Moreland Blvd and put on his hazard lights in order to attend to a child in the back seat of the car. A woman driving a pick-up truck sideswiped the car, drove a few feet farther, and backed up until she bumped into the front of the man’s car. When police arrived, she said that she had had one beer, but toxicology reports show a blood-alcohol concentration well above the legal limit. Police also found marijuana and a marijuana pipe in her car. The woman has been arrested; the child was apparently uninjured.

Have you been seriously injured in a drunk driving accident? Speak with a dedicated, experienced Waukesha drunk driving accident lawyer right away to protect your rights.

According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), 28 people die as a result of drunk driving accidents every day in the United States, and drunk driving costs Americans $132 billion per year. One out of every three Americans will be involved in a drunk driving crash in their lifetime. These shocking statistics point to the extreme danger of driving after drinking, or using any drug that impairs your abilities. It is important to understand that it is against the law to drive while impaired by illegal drugs such as marijuana, but also that is is illegal to drive while impaired by legal, prescription medications such as painkillers or muscle relaxers.

If you or a loved one have been injured in a drunk driving accident, protect your family and your rights; contact a dedicated, experienced Waukesha drunk driving accident lawyer right away. Medical bills from drunk driving accidents can mount quickly, often resulting in significant missed time at work. In some cases, insurance companies balk at making payments on large claims, using various tactics to try to protect their own bottom line. The Waukesha drunk driving accident attorneys at Jastroch & LaBarge, SC have many years of combined experience protecting people who have been seriously injured by the negligence of others. Fore more information and a FREE CONSULTATION, contact Jastroch & LaBarge, SC today at 1(877)558-5855.

Do Roundabouts Help Traffic? | Waukesha Car Accident Lawyer

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The Waukesha Patch has posted an interesting article with a poll about the recent trend in road engineering for roundabouts. While roundabouts were almost unheard of in the United States until quite recently, there are a number of states, including Wisconsin, in which they are beginning to be more common. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation lists over 200 roundabouts in various places across the state, including several in and around Waukesha. While some people are very resistant to roundabouts, there also seem to be others who are very supportive of them. Supporters believe that they should result in less traffic slow-down and fewer accidents at intersections. Certainly, they may take some time for people to get used to.

Have you been injured in a car accident? Speak with an experienced Waukesha car accident lawyer right away to discuss your options.

According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, there were nearly 110,000 Wisconsin car accidents in 2010, resulting in over 40,000 injuries, 562 deaths and millions of dollars in damage. Thankfully, these numbers show that the vast majority of accidents result in property damage only, with no injuries or fatalities. However, some of the injuries that can happen in car accidents are extremely serious, resulting in permanent disability. In these cases, people may need to turn to the civil justice system to help care for themselves and their families.

If you have been seriously injured in a car accident, contact the dedicated Waukesha car accident lawyers at Jastroch & LaBarge, SC immediately to discuss your options. Jastroch & LaBarge, SC has helped countless clients in Waukesha and all over the state to recover compensation for medical bills, property damage, and lost wages after serious injuries caused by the negligence of other drivers in car accidents. For more information and a FREE CONSULTATION with an experienced Waukesha car accident lawyer, call Jastroch & LaBarge, SC at 1(877)558-5855 today.

1 Killed in Hit and Run | Waukesha Wrongful Death Attorney

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One woman was killed and another injured when their vehicle, which had stalled on the road, was struck by another car, according to the Journal Sentinel. The car had run out of gas near Highway 59 and E Broadway in Waukesha, when a man who was apparently driving drunk struck the car and fled the scene. One woman was thrown from the car, and later died at Waukesha Memorial Hospital. The other passenger in the vehicle was treated and released. Although the driver fled the scene, he was found later, and arrested on multiple charges including hit and run, causing death.

Have you lost a loved one in a motor vehicle accident? Speak with an compassionate Waukesha wrongful death lawyer to discuss your options.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that over 30,000 people lose their lives in traffic collisions every year. Over 500 of those fatalities happen here in Wisconsin. In fact, Wisconsin’s fatality rate has consistently been below the national average, however for the families left to mourn the loss of those 500 victims, this is little consolation.

If you have lost a loved one in a traffic accident, contact a dedicated Waukesha wrongful death attorney to discuss the situation. Of course, no one can return to you what you have lost, but the experienced Waukesha wrongful death attorneys at Jastroch & LaBarge, SC can help hold a negligent driver accountable for his or her actions. Filing a wrongful death action may allow you to recover compensation for the financial costs of the accident, as well as holding the person responsible for your tragic loss. For more information and a FREE CONSULTATION, contact Jastroch & LaBarge, SC.

1 Injured in Dump Truck Crash | Vernon Commercial Vehicle Accident Lawyer

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A young woman was injured in a commercial vehicle accident with a dump truck in Vernon, according to the Journal Sentinel. The woman, a 21-year-old from Big Bend, was airlifted to Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa after being ejected from her vehicle in the crash, which occurred shortly before 4:00 in the afternoon. She was struck by the dump truck while making a left-hand turn; the dump truck then struck another vehicle. The dump truck driver, and two occupants of the third vehicle, sustained minor injuries but were not transported to the hospital.

Have you been seriously injured in a commercial vehicle crash? Speak with a dedicated Vernon car crash lawyer right away to discuss your options.

Over 50,000 people are injured in the United States in collisions with large trucks every year, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. While most commercial vehicle drivers are highly trained, cautious professionals, the danger to occupants of passenger cars is tremendous in commercial vehicle collisions. The incredible difference in size and weight between a large commercial truck and a passenger car, even a large passenger car, is great enough that the passengers in the car are always at great risk.

If you have been injured in a commercial vehicle accident, contact an experienced, dedicated Vernon commercial vehicle accident attorney right away to discuss your options. The experienced Vernon commercial vehicle accident lawyers at Jastroch & LaBarge, SC can help you recover financial compensation related to driver negligence. While most professional drivers are very careful, the stakes are high, and the trucking company will have expert insurance lawyers on their side trying to minimize the payout that the company has to make. You need an attorney on your side, who knows how to protect your interests, and be sure that your medical bills, property damage, and lost wages that resulted from the commercial driver’s negligence, are covered. For more information and a FREE CONSULTATION contact Jastroch & LaBarge, SC today at (877)558-5855.

Child Safety on the 4th | Waukesha Child Injury Accident Attorney

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Clearwater Personal Injury Lawyer(This graphic used with permission of Clearwater Personal Injury Lawyer Jim Dodson.)

Keeping Your 4th of July Celebration a Safe One

Independence Day is one of our nation’s most celebrated holidays and a popular time for family get-togethers or a night out with friends. But as the holiday quickly approaches, it is important to keep the safety of your family and friends in mind.

In one way or another, nearly everyone celebrates the 4th of July with fireworks. We either light some off ourselves, or head over and watch one of the many local municipal fireworks shows. But as a reminder, not all cities, counties, and states allow the possession of the same kinds of fire works. If you are not sure what bans, if any, for fireworks are enforced in your neighborhood, check with your local police department website. Click here to check what fireworks are legal within Waukesha County

Fireworks and Injuries

According to a study conducted by the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) in 2011, approximately 9,600 people were treated at emergency rooms for fireworks injuries. More than half of those injuries were burns, and nearly half of the injuries were injuries to the hands and fingers. The majority of injuries to other body parts were to the eyes, head, or face. The eyes were the only part of the body where lacerations, contusions and foreign bodies were more common injuries than burns. Most people treated at the emergency room were released without being admitted to the hospital.

Injuries to Children

Of course, there are things you can do to ensure the safety of your family. An analysis of the ages of fireworks injury victims shows that about 16% of all fireworks injuries are to children under the age of ten. The fact that sparklers cause more injuries than any other type of firework probably goes hand in hand with this statistic. Something to remember is that, even if you don’t give your children fireworks, children are curious, so you need to watch them around fireworks, and also watch the fireworks and matches or lighters to be sure that your children aren’t getting into them out of curiosity.

The CPSC related one other very disturbing trend for the 4th of July holiday. They report a spike in child pool drownings during the week surrounding the 4th with over 20 drownings, but also several thousand emergency room visits after near-drownings. As important as it is to monitor your children around fireworks, please don’t forget, if you have a pool, to be sure that a responsible, sober adult is monitoring the pool at all times. The fact is, it only takes a moment for a small child to have a terrible, tragic accident.

If You are Injured by the Reckless Use of Fireworks by Another Person, You May Have Legal Recourse.

If you are burned, a family member is injured, or your property is destroyed by the reckless use of fireworks by another person, you may have legal options. You should not be forced to pay for your damages due to someone else refusing to celebrate the 4th of July safely. The experienced, dedicated Waukesha Child Injury Accident Attorneys at JAstroch & LaBarge, S.C. wish you a very happy and joyful 4th of July holiday, and also remind you to please be conscious of your own safety, as well as the safety of any children with whom you are celebrating. If everyone is careful, there is no reason that we can’t all have a fun, safe, enjoyable holiday. In the unfortunate event that you have been injured through the negligence of someone else, contact the Waukesha personal injury attorneys at Jastroch & LaBarge, S.C. at (877)558-5855 for more information and a FREE CONSULTATION.

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Hit and Run Driver Arrested | Waukesha Hit-And-Run Accident Law Firm

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Waukesha police have made an arrest in a hit-and-run accident that resulted in an injury to a woman, and the death of her service dog, according to the Journal Sentinel. Witnesses to the collision had described the make, model, and color of the vehicle, as well as details such as a partial license plate number. About a week later, a Waukesha patrol officer saw a vehicle that matched the description, including the partial plate number and damage to the appropriate area of the vehicle. Upon investigation, the vehicle was missing the pieces of trim that had been left at the scene, and there was dog hair stuck in the trim around the area. The driver has been charged with causing injury by hit and run accident, a felony, as well as several municipal traffic citations. According to Lakewood Ranch accident attorney Jim Dodson, it’s natural to feel worried and wonder if you’ll ever get your life back on track.

Have you been injured in a hit-and-run accident? Contact an experienced Waukesha hit-and-run accident law firm immediately to discuss your options.

In many cases, people are tempted to do nothing about hit-and-run accidents, believing that there is nothing to be done. On the contrary, this story was a perfect example of why every accident should be reported. Of course, the first step is to seek immediate medical care for any injury. However, you should also call the police. Tell them anything at all that you can remember about the vehicle that hit you, or its driver. If you call immediately, the police may also be able to speak with witnesses, who may be able to give them enough details to find the driver. Additionally, if you have uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage on you auto insurance policy, that and your own health insurance may cover the damage and medical bills that result from the accident if the driver is never found.

If you have been injured in a hit-and-run accident, contact a dedicated Waukesha hit-and-run accident law firm immediately. The Waukesha hit-and-run accident attorneys at Jastroch & LaBarge have decades of combined experienced helping people in Waukesha and around Wisconsin to seek justice and recover compensation for medical expenses, property damage, and lost wages after car accidents. Someone else’s negligence should never cause you financial hardship on top of physical injury. For more information and a FREE CASE EVALUATION contact Jastroch & LaBarge, SC today at (877)558-5855.

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