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The benefits of carrying auto insurance

Posted on Friday, October 30th, 2009 at 1:21 am    

All drivers not only are required to carry auto insurance, but also have an incentive to buy automobile insurance. People who face damage payments for auto accident lawsuits may be able to recover some of the payments from their insurance company.

The amount of the payment, however, depends on the insurance holder's coverage. Coverage terms and limits are typically complicated. For instance, the terms could include coverage accident damage only up to a certain amount. In such a case, the driver may be required to pay for any damages above the coverage limit.

If you or anyone you know has been injured in a car crash, contact the Waukesha auto accident attorneys of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ®, at 800-242-2874. 

The requirement for product warnings

Posted on Wednesday, October 28th, 2009 at 3:43 am    

Products are required to include warnings about risks and dangers associated with the product. These warnings are meant to ensure consumer safety, such as protecting against harmful uses. 

If a product manufacturer fails to provide adequate warnings, the manufacturer could be charged with a tort and sued for damages. These warnings can range from explicit messages to directions on how to use a product properly. 

If you have been injured while using a product that did not have an adequate warning, contact the Waukesha products liability lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ®, at 800-242-2874. 

The risks posed by defective ski equipment

Posted on Friday, October 23rd, 2009 at 12:23 am    

As winter approaches, many families will be hitting the slopes. While skiing is a fun activity for the whole family, it poses a risk of serious injury.

Some of these injuries because of adverse snow conditions or unsafe skiing habits. However, a ski accident and resulting injury may occur because of defective equipment. 

Ski equipment includes skis, boots, poles, and other accessories involved in skiing. While these pieces of equipment are designed with the skier's safety in mind, the equipment can sometimes be faulty. When it does not function properly, the chance of accident increases, and such an accident could lead to serious injury. 

If you or anyone you know has been injured due to defective ski equipment, contact the Waukesha products liability lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ®, at 800-242-2874. 

Steps to take following an auto accident

Posted on Monday, October 19th, 2009 at 6:07 am    

Whenever people are involved in auto accidents, they are often in a state of shock and confusion. Despite these mitigating circumstances, people involved in acccidents should take certain steps post-accident to the best of their ability. 

One important step is to take down notes about what occurred. Because people's memories tend to be best immediately following an accident, these notes should be taken as soon as possible. Both parties in the accident should also trade information, such as driver's license and insurance information. Finally, if either party has a camera, photos should be taken of the accident scene. 

In most cases, a police officer will arrive to the scene of the accident to help sort out the details. In such cases, the officer may take notes, both parties should take their own notes to represent their best interests. 

If you or anyone you know has been involved in an accident and is seeking a lawyer, contact the Waukesha auto accident lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ®, at 800-242-2874. 

The risk of injury in horseback riding accidents

Posted on Thursday, October 15th, 2009 at 6:08 am    

One popular family activity is to go horseback riding. While this activity provides an excellent opportunity for outdoor recreation, it is also associated with a risk of injury.  

Horseback riding accidents can result from out-of-control horses, defect equipment, or improper supervision. These accidents can lead to serious injuries such as spinal and brain injuries. 

To reduce the risk of horseback injuries, riders should identify and evaluate whether horseback riding instructors are well trained and experienced.

If you or anyone you know has been injured in a horseback riding injury, contact the Waukesha personal injury lawyers of Habush,  Habush, & Rottier, S.C., at 800-242-2874. 

A-1 reaches settlement with OSHA

Posted on Tuesday, October 13th, 2009 at 1:29 am    

A-1 Excavating of Bloomer reached a settlement last week with the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety Health Administration for $474,000.

The settlement was reached after the excavating company was cited for hazards related to three inspections. The inspections ensued after the death of an employee at a work site.

If you or anyone you know has been injured in a workplace injury, contact the Waukesha personal injury lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ®, at 800-242-2874.  

The dangers of driving while texting

Posted on Thursday, October 8th, 2009 at 11:30 pm    

As recent studies have reporte, driving while texting has become one of the leading causes of traffic accidents. This practice is dangerous because it distracts drivers for extended periods of time.

In response to the recent surge in accidents due to texting, some states have passed new laws prohibiting the practice, while others have either adopted serious restrictions or plan to adopt such restrictions. 

According to one study, most people acknowledge that driving while texting is dangerous. However, many of these same people admit to driving while texting often. 

If you or anyone you know has been injured in an accident related to driving while texting, contact the Waukesha auto accident lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ®, at 800-242-2874.

How to handle a public transit accident

Posted on Thursday, October 8th, 2009 at 2:42 am    

While riding on public transit, passengers often take their safety for granted. Even when not driving, passengers still face a risk of injury.

Typically when public transit accidents occur, not one but many passengers are involved in the accident. In such circumstances, passengers may hire individual attorneys or file class-action suits.

Regardless, whenever a passenger is inolved in a public transit accident, that passenger should contact the police, take photographs of the scene, receive proper medical treatment, and seek the legal assistance of a lawyer.

If you or anyone you know has been injured in a public transit accident, contact the Waukesha personal injury lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ®, at 800-242-2874. 

Woman injured in two-vehicle accident

Posted on Friday, October 2nd, 2009 at 3:31 am    

A woman from Darlington was injured in a car accident Tuesday. According to police reports, the woman was driving down County O road when a car ran a stop sign and hit her. 

After hitting the woman's car, the other car swerved off the road, fell into a ditch, and rolled over before coming to a stop. Police ticketed the other  driver for failing to stop at a stop sign. 

If you or anyone you know has been injured in an accident involving a car that ran a stop sign, contact the Waukesha car accident attorneys of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ®, 800-242-2874.

 

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