Year: 2024
A Dane County jury ordered Toby’s Auto Sales and Body shop to pay $156,660 in damages to a customer whose car was illegally repossessed and who was then harassed by the dealer when she tried to get her property back. Toby’s Auto repossessed the customer’s vehicle, but did so before it provided her with a […]
Were you injured in a Wisconsin hit-and-run accident and left wondering what to do next? Just because the other driver fled the scene doesn’t mean you’re out of options. The experienced car accident attorneys at LawtonCates can explain how to handle hit-and-run accidents in Wisconsin. What Immediate Steps Should I Take After a […]
LawtonCates is proud to announce that three of its attorneys have been chosen for inclusion on the 2024 Wisconsin Super Lawyers List. Only five percent of lawyers in the state are selected each year following a rigorous vetting process by Super Lawyers researchers. Attorneys are named to Super Lawyers for their excellence in their chosen […]
The Wisconsin Court of Appeals on October 17, 2024, issued an order that will require Hess Memorial Hospital to stand trial on charges it violated the Wisconsin Consumer Act. Hess sued a patient, and the patient retained Attorney Briane Pagel and LawtonCates, S.C., who filed a counterclaim alleging that Hess had engaged in illegal collection […]
Car accidents can result in many types of injuries. Some are more common and more consequential than others. Understanding these common injuries and their effects can help you know what kind of medical, financial, and legal assistance you might need if you suffer injuries in a traffic collision. Whiplash The unexpected force of an automobile […]
Time is of the essence if you need compensation after a Wisconsin car accident. Painful injuries, missed time at work, and mounting medical bills can cause immense stress. As you figure out your next steps, it’s crucial to remember that you have a limited amount of time to file a lawsuit against the at-fault driver […]
If you suffered injuries in a traffic crash, you may wonder what the average car accident settlement in Wisconsin might be. Settlement amounts depend on many factors, including the extent of the injuries, whether the victim is partially to blame for the accident, and the insurance policy limits of the at-fault party. The best way […]
One Main Financial’s legal troubles continue to mount as a Dodge County judge vacated a judgment and allowed a debtor to file counterclaims in a small claims collection case. One Main had filed suit against the debtor in May 2023. The debtor was not able to go to court and did not think she could […]
A Dane County judge issued a ruling requiring UW Health to face a jury on allegations that it violated Wisconsin law in its dealings with a patient. The patient, represented by Attorney Briane Pagel and Lawton Cates, S.C., obtained a price quote from UW Health prior to her procedures. UW told her that her out-of-pocket […]
Motorcycle accidents result in a significant number of head injuries every year. Riders face a higher risk of injuries because they have limited protection compared to other motorists. Sadly, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that motorcyclists are 24 times more likely to die in traffic accidents than the occupants of passenger vehicles. […]