A sudden injury can throw your entire life off course. Whether caused by a car accident, truck wreck, motorcycle crash, or on-the-job accident, victims of personal injury deserve justice and results.

Did someone else cause you to sustain an injury because of their actions? If so, you can seek compensation from them by filing a personal injury lawsuit. This compensation can cover your medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses, helping you recover financially.

Contact a Village of Dane personal injury lawyer from LawtonCates for a free consultation. We’ll help you understand your rights after an injury caused by another person, company, or government entity.

Reasons to Hire Our Village of Dane Personal Injury Lawyers

LawtonCates has been representing injury victims throughout South Central Wisconsin since 1958. In our nearly 70 years, we’ve recovered millions for our deserving clients, including $1.25 million for a Dane County resident injured in a severe motorcycle accident.

When you work with us, you’ll get a five-star experience from start to finish. We aren’t a legal mill that tries to get quick settlements. We’re committed to building a strong case and negotiating for the compensation you need. And if negotiations aren’t working, our team will take your case to trial to seek the maximum compensation.

“I had a 5-star experience with attorney David Stegall at LawtonCates. In addition to a good outcome, throughout the process, I always felt I had access to attorney Stegall, and I received timely communication that was clear, consistent, and concise. My experience has been superb.”— Andrew C.

Common Causes of Personal Injuries

Our Village of Dane personal injury lawyers can assist you with any personal injury case, regardless of its cause. Some of the most common causes of personal injuries in Wisconsin include:

  • Motor Vehicle Accidents – Car, truck, motorcycle, bus, and pedestrian accidents are among the leading causes of severe injuries. These accidents are often caused by driver negligence, including distracted, intoxicated, or aggressive driving.
  • Product Defects – Products can have design, manufacturing, or warning label defects that make them unsafe for consumers. When a defective product causes an injury, the manufacturer may be liable under strict liability, which doesn’t require the victim to prove negligence, only that the defect caused the injury.
  • Hazardous Properties – Property owners and managers can be held liable for injuries caused by hazardous conditions they knew or should have known about but failed to remedy or properly warn visitors about.

Common Types of Personal Injuries

The injuries accident victims sustain can range from mild to severe. While some mild injuries may heal on their own, more severe injuries often require extensive medical intervention and may result in permanent disability.

Common injuries our lawyers see include:

  • Head and brain injuries, including traumatic brain injuries that can cause permanent cognitive and physical impairment
  • Back and neck injuries, including damage to the spinal cord, which may result in partial or complete paralysis
  • Various types of bone fractures, ranging in severity
  • Soft tissue injuries, which affect the muscles, ligaments, and tendons
  • Internal organ damage caused by crushing injuries or high forces during car accidents
  • Burns and lacerations that can leave victims with scarring and disfigurement

How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in Wisconsin?

Under Wisconsin’s personal injury statute of limitations, you have three years to file lawsuits against those responsible for your injuries. However, if a government entity or employee caused your injuries, you must also file a notice of claim to the relevant agency within 120 days, or risk losing your right to pursue legal action.

Our lawyers can help you meet the deadlines in your case by handling everything for you. All you have to do is focus on recovering from your injuries and leave the rest to our team.

How the Personal Injury Claims Process Works

The personal injury claims process begins with our lawyers investigating the incident that caused your injuries. We’ll identify the at-fault parties and gather evidence that supports your case.

Next, we’ll file your lawsuit and notify the at-fault parties and their insurance companies. Sometimes, the insurance companies want to negotiate a settlement from the outset. However, in many cases, negotiations occur after the discovery phase, when both sides of the lawsuit share information.

During settlement negotiations, we’ll present our evidence and seek fair compensation for your injuries. However, if the insurance company refuses to make a fair offer, our lawyers are prepared to take your case to trial to seek the compensation you need.

What Types of Damages Can Be Recovered in a Village of Dane Personal Injury Case?

Through your Village of Dane personal injury case, you can seek compensation, also known as damages, for various losses you suffered, such as

  • Medical Expenses – Past and future medical treatments, medical devices, physical therapy, prescription medications, and more
  • Lost Wages – Income lost while you were out of work recovering from your injuries, or income you will lose because of your work restrictions
  • Pain and Suffering – Physical pain you suffer from because of your injuries, including chronic pain
  • Emotional Distress – Psychological injuries caused by the accident or your injuries, including anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Permanent Disability – The impact your permanent injuries have on your life and the accommodations you must make for them, such as modifying your home to be accessible

Mistakes to Avoid After Suffering a Personal Injury

Understanding the common mistakes injury victims make can help you avoid them. To protect your rights and strengthen your case, you should not:

  • Speak to the at-fault party’s insurance company about your case, the accident, or your injuries
  • Post on social media, even if it’s unrelated to your case, as the insurance company will twist your posts to fit their narrative
  • Attempt to handle your case without the assistance of an experienced Village of Dane personal injury attorney

Contact Our Village of Dane Personal Injury Lawyers

If someone else’s actions caused your injuries in Wisconsin, contact LawtonCates for a free consultation with a Dane County personal injury lawyer. We’ll help you understand your rights and walk you through the steps involved in seeking compensation for your injuries.