Category: Uncategorized

Semi-truck operators take on a considerable amount of road safety responsibility. While other motor vehicle operators should follow the rules of the road and exercise critical safety tactics, semi-truck drivers must follow a specific set of regulations to prevent vehicle and road hazards that can trigger dangerous accidents. Semi-trucks are treated differently than passenger vehicles […]

Read More… from What is the Difference Between a Car Accident Case and a Truck Accident Case?

Filing a claim is a key step in getting compensated after a truck accident or injury. While most people have a passing familiarity with a regular car accident or personal injury claim, truck accident claims involve more moving parts that can make the process more complicated than an accident involving privately owned vehicles. Typically, there […]

Read More… from 10 Types of Truck Accident Claims that Require a Truck Accident Lawyer

Do you know the laws and regulations for electric scooters in Milwaukee? This article can help you understand what is considered legal and illegal when it comes to riding an electric scooter in the city of Milwaukee. Learn why the scooters are populating the city, what the e-scooter laws are that you should follow, and […]

Read More… from Electric Scooter Laws in Milwaukee

Distracted driving was responsible for 2,994 fatal crashes in 2017 and countless accident-related injuries which impacted not only the victims but also families and friends. Despite an increase in public awareness campaigns, the rate of electronic device use while driving, including texting while driving, continues to contribute to car accidents and related injuries. The National […]

Read More… from Distracted Driver Accident: What To Do If You’ve Been Injured

Driver distractions are on the rise, and that’s not good news for pedestrians. It’s important to know your rights in the unfortunate case you are ever injured by a moving vehicle in a pedestrian accident. Distractions don’t just mean a coffee spilling on your lap or noisy children in the backseat, being distracted means taking […]

Read More… from Pedestrian Accidents: Know Your Rights

 “I was sitting at the light for about five minutes, and then BOOM! They must have been going 60 miles an hour! Tore off my whole front bumper in the blink of an eye. Good thing the insurance company is taking care of this, otherwise I’d be out of luck for sure.”  This might be […]

Read More… from 3 Tips to Follow in the Aftermath of a Car Accident

For more than 40 years, Murphy & Prachthauser has held a long-standing, trusted reputation in seeking justice for persons injured by the negligence of others. We take great pride in having top lawyers who are focused on helping our Milwaukee personal injury clients achieve the best results so accident victims can continue to recover and […]

Read More… from Personal Injury Attorney Michelle Hockers Success in 2018

If you are involved in a motorcycle accident in Wisconsin, the statute of limitations can vary based on the type of claim that you have. Why does this matter to you? Our team of motorcycle accident lawyers will walk you through exactly what the statute of limitations means and why it is important to consider […]

Read More… from What are Motorcycle Accident Statute of Limitations?

Murphy & Prachthauser is proud to announce that they now have four personal injury attorneys named on the newest edition of Best Lawyers: In addition, attorney Kevin Kukor was awarded 2018 Lawyer of the Year. Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. The Best Lawyers in America, as […]

Read More… from Murphy & Prachthauser Attorneys Listed As 2018 Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers

Slips, trips and falls are all too common, often resulting in injuries. But how do you know if your slip and fall injury will hold up as a case? Every personal injury case is unique and involves specific case factors that come into play, but you can get a pretty good idea of how strong […]

Read More… from Do I Have a Slip and Fall Case? Ask These Four Questions

Being hit by a truck is different than being hit by a car, legally speaking. If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, there are many more legal considerations and your case may be worth a lot more than if you were hit by another car. In many cases, an insurance carrier representing a commercial […]

Read More… from Why You Should Hire A Lawyer After A Truck Accident

Do you know the steps to take after a motorcycle accident or how to report a motorcycle accident? Most people know to exchange information and seek medical attention when needed, but filing a motorcycle accident report for the first time, the right away, is an important step to protect you and your property. When it […]

Read More… from How To Report A Motorcycle Accident