Harnitz Law Office Blog

As the weather cools, Wisconsin residents and visitors begin the seasonal process of bringing their sleds out of storage and tuning dormant engines in preparation for the upcoming snow machine season. Before you head out on your first ride of the season, a Wisconsin snowmobile accident lawyer urges you to exercise caution and to follow all trail… Read more »

If you, a family member or friend works in the construction business, you likely know someone who has been injured or died in a construction accident. Sadly, this is a frequent occurrence. Despite all the safety equipment, training, inspections, etc., accidents happen every day, and oftentimes negligence or a safety code violation is a factor…. Read more »

Whether suffered in a car accident, while playing a contact sport, because of a fall, or due to another reason, a head injury can be serious. If you have suffered a serious head injury, there are several things you should understand. What Are Some Common Head Injuries? Head injuries range from a small bump on… Read more »

For the most recent year for which statistics are available, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) reports that 7,358 large truck accidents occurred in Wisconsin. These accidents injured 2,187 individuals, many of them seriously. Sixty-three people died in collisions involving large trucks. Passenger Vehicles Vulnerable A fully loaded semi tractor-trailer might weigh as much as… Read more »

When a motor vehicle and a bicycle collide, the bicyclist is almost always hurt.  In the latest year for which data is available, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation says that a bicyclist is injured or killed in the state every 10 hours. In 2013, 868 bicyclists were injured in 958 crashes. Worse yet, 10 bicyclists… Read more »

Here in Wisconsin, farming is a way of life for many people. Agricultural accidents occur in the Badger State every day, and can have far-reaching consequences for those affected. Here is some information about them from the leading Wisconsin farm accident lawyers at the Harnitz Law Office. What Causes Farm Accidents? Farm accidents are caused… Read more »

Wisconsin Motorcycle Accident Lawyers want you to be aware of the costs of getting in a motorcycle accident that was not your fault. The risks of motorcycle ridership are well-known, but many people don’t know how their own driving behavior endangers riders. All riders need to be reminded of hazards they face as well. Finally,… Read more »

Boating is especially popular now as many people are taking advantage of living in a state with more than 15,000 lakes. This means more boat traffic, resulting in crowded waterways. That’s why it’s extremely critical that boat operators practice safe boating. Here are some boating safety guidelines from a Wisconsin accident lawyer, along with a few… Read more »

Although air travel is generally safe, plane crashes nonetheless happen every day. These crashes are far more devastating than automobile accidents, and result in greater injury and property damage than nearly any other type of mishap. Here are a few things the Wisconsin plane crash attorneys from the Harnitz Law Office would like you to… Read more »