Comparative negligence assigns degrees of fault or liability to you and other parties involved in a car accident. Courts use this doctrine to determine how much each party must pay for damages. By understanding comparative negligence and its implications, you can...
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How a lawyer can help you with divorce planning
The decision to divorce can be a difficult process. You must have a plan of action to ensure that you do not make matters even more difficult. One of the key questions to consider is when to involve a lawyer in your divorce planning. A lawyer can help provide clarity...
What are the consequences of shoplifting as a juvenile offense?
Shoplifting, as with any other form of theft, is a serious offense regardless of the age of the person responsible. If your child faces shoplifting charges in the state of Wisconsin, you might understandably wish to know how severe the consequences can be. Juvenile...
Drowsy driving and work-related sleep disruption
Drowsy driving is a significant cause of motor vehicle accidents. Measuring the impact of tired driving is difficult. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that drowsiness contributed to 91,000 accidents in 2017. However, they say that many...
How will the law deal with your student debt during a divorce?
There is nothing simple about divorce, and divvying up student loans can be complex. Quite a few factors can affect how laws deal with student loans during a divorce. That said, there are a few things people can do to help understand who will be responsible for what....
The consequences when impaired driving leads to an injury
Driving under the influence of alcohol is potentially very dangerous, though you might get off with little more than a small fine if an officer catches you driving strangely. It is another story entirely when your impaired driving causes injury to another individual....
Can you fight a possession with intent to distribute charge?
When the police find drugs in your home, car or on your person, they will almost certainly charge you with drug possession. Under certain circumstances, they might also claim that you have an intent to distribute or sell those drugs. Possession with the intent to...
Common rear-end accident injuries from large truck crashes
Every time you hit the road you likely pass at least one semi truck cruising toward its next destination. Large trucks are so common that you might not even consider the damage one could do to you in a high-speed accident. While you expect professional drivers to be...
Distracted driving is a leading cause of accidents
When you are behind the wheel, you need to be attentive every second. A momentary lapse in attention when you are driving can have serious or fatal consequences. In addition to being mindful to avoid distractions, you also need to be conscientious of other drivers on...
What types of car accidents can lead to serious injuries?
Depending on countless factors, vehicle occupants can suffer devastating injuries in a collision. From broken bones and head trauma to crushed appendages and paralysis, drivers and passengers face severe injuries that could require extensive medical treatment. Based...