Compassionate Madison Car Accident Attorneys

A car accident may be one of the most terrifying experiences of your life. The serious injuries you sustain from a car crash may cause significant physical and financial burdens that aren’t easy to overcome. Navigating this overwhelming situation, including managing complex insurance claims and proving negligence, can only add to your stress and worries about the future. At Kasieta Legal Group, LLC, we understand the challenges people face after a car accident. Our experienced Madison car accident attorneys have served personal injury victims in the Madison, Wisconsin, community for over 25 years. We aim to achieve the financial compensation you deserve to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We care about your injuries and how your accident has affected your life, and we are dedicated to protecting your rights under Wisconsin law.

 

Let us guide you through your options. Call us at 608-291-9650 or fill out our online form to get started.

Why Hire Our Madison Car Accident Attorneys?

Choosing the right legal team after a serious crash can affect what happens next. At Kasieta Legal Group, LLC, our Madison car accident attorneys focus on careful case work and clear communication. We do not push cases toward fast outcomes. We take time to understand your injuries and the changes you now face.

When you work with our firm, you benefit from the following:

• Insurance defense experience: Attorney Robert Kasieta spent 14 years representing insurance companies and gained direct insight into how insurers evaluate claims and prepare defenses.
• Sustained peer recognition: Attorney Kasieta has earned Super Lawyers recognition for 20 years and received consistent acknowledgment from other attorneys over time.
• Trial and pretrial credentials: Attorney Robert Kasieta has taught trial and pretrial advocacy for many years and holds board certifications in civil trial and pretrial practice.
• Team-based representation: Attorney Kasieta leads a team where attorneys and experienced staff work together on each case without added cost or delay.
• Local courtroom experience: Attorney Kasieta has practiced in the Madison area for decades and understands local courts and procedures.

These strengths help our team prepare car accident cases with focus and a clear view of how insurers respond.

Proving Fault After Motor Vehicle Accidents

Every accident is different and can involve many factors. Distracted driving, driving under the influence, improper vehicle maintenance or faulty car parts could all be contributing factors to a car wreck. Crashes can involve:

• Single-passenger vehicles
• Semi trucks and commercial vehicles
• Single-passenger vehicle or truck collisions with a motorcycle
• Motor vehicle collisions with bicycles
• Motor vehicle crashes involving pedestrians
• Collisions with rideshare vehicles such as Uber or Lyft cars

Wisconsin is a comparative fault state for car accidents. This means that if your own actions contributed to the cause of the accident, your damages may be reduced by the percentage you were at fault for the accident.

What Are The Common Causes Of Car Accidents In Wisconsin?

Even the most cautious drivers can end up in accidents due to other drivers’ negligence. Some of the most common causes of car accidents in Madison and throughout Wisconsin include:

• Speeding: Drivers who drive well over the speed limit can put everyone on the road at risk of an accident. Speeding reduces a driver’s ability to maintain control of their car, which can lead to a serious accident.
• Distracted driving: Texting, talking on the phone or with other passengers, using GPS or even fiddling with the radio are all actions that take a driver’s mind off the act of driving. When someone is distracted, they’re not paying attention to other drivers around them, increasing the risk of an accident.
• Drunk or impaired driving: Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs reduces a driver’s ability to react in time to dangers on the road.
• Drowsy driving: Similarly, driving while fatigued or drowsy can impact a driver’s ability to make sound decisions and stay in control of their vehicle.

Other factors, like poor road or weather conditions, can also play a role in causing a serious car accident. Any of these causes can lead to many types of accidents, including T-bone accidents, rear-end accidents, sideswipe accidents or rollover accidents. No matter the reason, if the other driver’s negligence caused your crash, you are entitled to seek compensation.

What Are Common Car Accident Injuries?

Car accidents can cause injuries that affect daily life long after the crash. Some injuries require ongoing care or limit routine activities. Serious injuries often seen in car accident cases include the following:

• Spinal injuries: Damage to the spine can affect movement or sensation and may require long-term medical care, including treatment addressed in spinal injury cases.
• Traumatic brain injuries: Head trauma can cause changes in thinking, mood or physical function linked to traumatic brain injuries.
• Broken bones: Fractures often require surgery, physical therapy and time away from work or daily tasks.
• Internal injuries: Organ damage or internal bleeding can create serious health risks even when symptoms appear later.

Knowing the type and extent of an injury helps clarify the care and records that may matter in a claim.

What Should You Do After A Madison Car Accident?

A car accident can leave you feeling shocked and confused. It’s normal to be lost about what to do in the immediate aftermath of a crash, especially if you’ve never been in one before. The following steps can help you stay safe and maintain control of a scary situation:

• Get to safety: The first thing you must do after an accident is get to safety. If you’re able to move from your car, it’s best to get to the side of the road or somewhere out of traffic as soon as possible.
• Call the police: It’s important to report the accident to the police. They can provide you with a police report afterward, which can help when pursuing a claim. They can also send for an ambulance if there are any injuries.
• Collect information: Get the other driver’s contact, license and insurance information. If there are any witnesses to the accident, you should also collect their contact information.
• Document the scene: Take photo or video evidence of the accident scene, the damage to your car and any immediate injuries to build a strong personal injury case.
• Get medical care: As soon as you’re able, it’s crucial to visit a doctor. Some car accident injuries aren’t immediately apparent after a crash. A doctor can examine you properly and determine if you need further treatment.
• Contact an attorney: Working with a Madison car accident lawyer can help you prepare a solid personal injury case against the other driver’s insurance company. Our lawyer can negotiate with insurance companies and seek fair compensation.

Remembering these steps is sure to provide you with clarity and focus after a serious car accident.

How Does Wisconsin’s Comparative Negligence Law Apply To Car Accidents?

Wisconsin applies a comparative negligence rule to car accident cases. Investigators review each driver’s actions when they assign fault. When your actions contribute to a crash, your compensation reflects your share of responsibility. You may still pursue a claim if your share of fault does not exceed the other driver’s. Understanding this rule can help you form realistic expectations early.

Representing Accident Victims Throughout Madison

Kasieta Legal Group, LLC, is located on the western side of Madison, the capital city of Wisconsin. We are close to a variety of local resources that may help you after an accident, including:

• Dane County Courthouse (12 miles): 215 S Hamilton Street, 608-266-4311
• Madison Municipal Court (12 miles): 210 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd #203, 608-264-9282
• UW Health University Hospital (6 miles): 600 Highland Avenue, 608-263-6400
• UnityPoint Health – Meriter Hospital (6 miles): 202 S Park Street, 608-417-6000
• SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital – Madison (9 miles): 700 S Brooks Street, 608-251-6100

If you need assistance after an accident, we can help. Call our Madison car accident attorneys at 608-291-9650 to learn what steps to take next.

Answering Your Frequently Asked Questions About Motor Vehicle Accidents

If you have been injured in a car accident, we understand that you probably have a lot of questions. Here, our personal injury lawyers answer a few of the frequently asked questions.

How long do I have to file a lawsuit for a car accident in Wisconsin?

Where the accident results in a death, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of the accident. Generally, the statute of limitations for car crash cases is three years. But the rules vary depending on the circumstances.

Should I accept the insurance company’s offer for a settlement?

You should never accept an offer to settle your accident injury claims without the counsel and advice of an experienced personal injury lawyer. Our founding attorney, Robert Kasieta, worked as an insurance defense attorney prior to representing accident victims to protect their rights. He understands and can explain the tactics that insurance companies practice, including bad faith delay, unfair reliance on the injured person’s preexisting conditions and asserting defenses that simply prolong the process and wear out the injured person.

What kind of damages can I get in a personal injury lawsuit for a motor vehicle accident?

In any personal injury case, you can seek economic and noneconomic damages such as medical expenses, lost wages, and even emotional pain and suffering. Our Madison car accident attorneys at Kasieta Legal Group, LLC, can assess the facts of your specific case and provide a better understanding of the types of damages that might be available in your case.

Injured In A Car Crash? Speak With Our Experienced Madison Car Accident Attorneys.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a Madison car accident, you may be entitled to compensation. Our car accident lawyers have years of experience in handling complex accident cases with the care and attention to detail each client deserves. We proudly represent people throughout Madison who have been injured by a negligent driver. Call our firm at 608-291-9650 today to discuss your case or send us an email online.

Our office is conveniently located:

559 D'Onofrio Drive
Suite 222
Madison, WI 53719

Super Lawyers is an attorney rating program that identifies lawyers through a multi-step selection process. That process considers peer nominations, independent research and professional evaluations. The recognition referenced here is not endorsed or approved by the Supreme Court of Wisconsin.