Program requires ignition interlock devices for repeat DUI offenders

Posted on July 1st, 2010 No Comments

According to a report released by the Wisconsin State Patrol, repeat drunk-driving offenders may be required to install ignition-interlock devices on their vehicles to prevent them from driving if they have consumed alcohol. The program will require repeat offenders to pay for the installation and the monitoring of the device.

Persons who have an ignition interlock device installed in their vehicle are typically required to blow into the device before the car will start. The driver may also be required to blow into the device while driving, and will gradually bring the vehicle to a stop if alcohol is detected.

Accidents caused by drunk drivers can have a serious effect on the health and livelihood of you and your family. If you have been involved in an accident with a drunk driver, contact the Waukesha drunk driving accident attorneys of Habush Habush & Rottier, S.C. at 800-242-2874 today.

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Police warn about deer

Posted on May 27th, 2010 No Comments

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation issued a warning today that asked drivers to be vigilant for the month of June, especially watching out for deer on the road.

According to police, 16,338 crashes occurred in 2009 between deer and vehicles in Wisconsin alone. Dane County reported 873 crashes within its borders. Although lower, Waukesha County reported 680 crashes. The third most frequent deer-vehicle crashing county, Shawano County, reported that its 648 crashes accounted for over half of all vehicle crashes in the county.

Motorcyclists need to be especially careful, as these crashes can prove fatal without the full bulk of a car or truck to protect the driver or passengers.

Law enforcement officials offered safety tips for motorists. They noted that deer are most active in the early morning and in the evening. Deer seldom travel alone, and if one is spotted, it is likely that another is nearby.  Deer will not move solely because of head lights. If a deer is on the side of the road, slow down and blare the car horn with one long blast.

If you or someone you know has been injured while on the road, you may be eligible for compensation for your damages. Contact Habush, Habush & Rottier, S.C., the Waukesha road defect lawyers, by calling 800-242-2874.

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Three injured, one dead after intersection crash

Posted on May 19th, 2010 No Comments

The Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department reported a crash Friday that left one dead and three injured.

Reported just after 3:30 in the afternoon, the incident occurred at the intersection of State Highway 74 and Lindsay Road in Pewaukee, Wis. A 79 year-old woman and 83 year-old man were traveling in a van, going west on Lindsay Road, when they were struck by a southbound delivery truck, which was driven by a 53 year-old man. The force of the collision drove the vehicles into a 20 year-old man’s car stopped at the intersection. He was waiting in the southbound lane of Highway 74.

According to the police reports, the 83 year-old man, driver of the truck, and driver of the car were all taken to nearby hospitals, while the accident claimed the life of the 79 year-old woman. No reports were issued on the level of injuries sustained by the other people involved in the truck accident.

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Three injured in crash at hospital

Posted on May 11th, 2010 No Comments

A woman and two children were injured after the car they were passengers in crashed into a brick pillar outside Wheaton Franciscan St. Joseph’s Hospital on West Burleigh Street in Milwaukee at 11pm on Monday. The woman, 19 years-old, is in critical condition, and a girl of 6 months is in serious condition. The third passenger, a 1 year-old boy, also sustained injuries in the crash.

The police stated that the reckless driver ran a red light, missed hitting another car, and then rammed into a pillar outside the hospital. The identity of the driver is known, and he, a 23 year-old male, is currently wanted by the Milwaukee police. He suffered minor injuries, but fled after the incident. There was no comment as to if the driver was intoxicated or driving at dangerously high speeds.

The police report additionally included that the children involved in the crash were in car seats, but those seats were not properly connected to the car.

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Train hits semi, injures 2

Posted on April 21st, 2010 No Comments

Two men were taken to Black River Memorial Hospital after a train hit a semi tractor-trailer in Jackson County, Wis., authorities said. Police said the train dragged the semi about 100 yards down the tracks. The 41-year-old man was driving the 18-wheeler across the tracks when it was hit by the train, authorities said, which was going about 25 miles per hour.

The semi driver and the train’s engineer were both treated and released from the hospital, authorities said. It took about eight hours for crews to clean up the crash, authorities said.

If you or someone you know has been injured in an accident involving a semi tractor-trailer, contact the Waukesha truck accident attorneys of Habush, Habush & Rottier, S.C., today by calling 800-242-2874.

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Two Life-flighted to Wisconsin Hospital

Posted on October 29th, 2009 No Comments

Two people were taken by helicopter to an area hospital after they were involved in a two-vehicle accident in Wisconsin Rapids. The crash occurred earlier this afternoon on Washington Street, near Mid-State Technical College.

Emergency medical responders were quick on the scene, and took the two victims by helicopter to a nearby hospital. Officials have not released any information about the identity of the injured parties, or their current status.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident, contact the Waukesha car accident attorneys of Habush, Habush & Rottier, S.C., by calling 800-242-2874 today.

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