Client sustained life-threatening injuries after being hit by a driver who passed away at the scene. We obtained close to the policy limits with an additional claimant pre-suit and negotiated medical liens down over $250,000.
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A crash caused by a drunk driver can change your life in seconds. You may suddenly face medical appointments, insurance calls, car repairs, and many unanswered questions. You deserve clear guidance from a team you can trust.
Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm helps people injured in drunk driving accidents in Baraboo and throughout Sauk County. We can review what happened, explain your options in plain language, and help you understand your rights.
Drunk driving accidents are different from many other crashes because they involve a driver who chose to operate a vehicle while impaired. That decision can cause severe injuries and lasting harm.
A drunk driving crash may lead to an OWI case against the driver and a separate civil injury claim. You may be able to seek compensation through the civil claim while the OWI case moves through a different court process.
In Sauk County alone, impaired driving led to 7,067 crashes in 2024, according to Wisconsin Department of Transportation crash data. Because these crashes happen so often here, insurance companies see them regularly too, and they often have a strategy ready to reduce what they pay. Having a lawyer on your side can help protect your claim while the insurance company protects its own interests.
Wisconsin law makes it illegal to operate a vehicle while intoxicated, known as OWI. A first offense is treated as a civil violation. A second or later offense can lead to criminal charges, fines, and jail time.
For most Wisconsin drivers, the prohibited alcohol concentration is 0.08. Different rules apply to commercial drivers, drivers under 21, and drivers with three or more prior OWI convictions. Evidence of impairment may also support your injury claim.
The steps you take after a crash can make a real difference in your claim. The following actions can help protect your health and your case:
Taking these steps early can help our team build the strongest possible case on your behalf. Our car accident FAQ page covers more common questions people have right after a crash.
Wisconsin law sets a deadline, known as the statute of limitations, for filing a personal injury claim. Typically, a lawsuit must be filed within three years from the date of the accident. However, some important exceptions and nuances can affect the applicable deadline.
Waiting too long can hurt your ability to recover compensation. It helps to speak with our team as soon as possible so we can protect your rights and gather evidence while it is still available.
If a drunk driver hurt you, you may be able to recover compensation for the following damages:
Some drunk driving crashes lead to life-changing injuries, such as brain injuries, spinal cord damage, or other lasting harm. If this describes your situation, our catastrophic injury lawyers can help you understand the long-term costs that may be included in your claim.
When a crash takes the life of someone you love, the loss can feel impossible to put into words. Our wrongful death lawyers can help your family pursue accountability and financial support during an incredibly difficult time. Every case is different, and the value of your claim depends on your specific injuries and losses, so we can help you understand what your case may be worth.
Our firm has built its reputation on treating clients like family and preparing every case as if it may go to trial. Here is what sets us apart:
These commitments guide how we treat every client and handle every claim.
You do not have to sort through the aftermath of a drunk driver injuring you on your own. Our team will review your case, explain your options, and help you decide on the best path forward for you and your family.
Contact Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm today for a free case evaluation. Let us put our experience to work while you focus on healing.
Insurance companies profit when you lose. Every claim they deny, every settlement they lowball, every injured person they convince to accept less—that’s money in their pocket. And they’re very good at what they do.
At Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm, we’ve made it our mission to take on the insurance companies that put profits over people. We know every underhanded tactic they’ll use to cheat you out of fair compensation, and we’re prepared to fight fire with fire. When insurance adjusters see us coming, they know they’re in for a real battle. You didn’t ask to be injured.
You didn’t ask to fight a billion-dollar corporation. But now that you’re here, you deserve lawyers who will go to war for you. We don’t settle for less than full compensation, we don’t back down from tough fights, and we don’t let insurance companies bully our clients. PERIOD.
Life following a serious injury can bring intense emotions and pain. Accident victims often hope to get their lives back on track, only to be held back by the demands involved with personal injury claims. This is especially the case for individuals who become hospitalized. Wherever you are in the process, we’d be glad to help.
Our injury lawyers in Wisconsin step up to represent you. At Pemberton, we provide this advocacy at every step in the injury claims process so you can be on your way to feeling like yourself again.
Contact our Wisconsin personal injury attorneys at (608) 448-6242 to speak with one of our experienced attorneys. We will create a plan together to help you protect your rights and get you back to your life.
$40M+ Won For Our Clients
Client sustained life-threatening injuries after being hit by a driver who passed away at the scene. We obtained close to the policy limits with an additional claimant pre-suit and negotiated medical liens down over $250,000.
The client sustained catastrophic injuries in a car accident — dislocated ribs and multiple vertebrae (including C3–C4, L4–L5, S1), a C2–3 cord lesion with right leg pain/weakness, concussion with loss of consciousness, abrasions, and ongoing neck, shoulder, back, knee and hip problems, as well as anxiety, depression and PTSD. With medical bills totaling $203,240.17, we secured a $595,000 settlement to compensate the client for extensive physical and psychological harms and to maximize their recovery.
The client was struck by an uninsured driver and was severely injured. He was hospitalized for months and had to undergo surgery. The driver was charged criminally, and we quickly obtained the $500,000 available from the insurer, plus $20,000 in medical payments to settle the client’s case.
“If you ever need an attorney, he would be the first one I recommend”
“Focus on healing and we will take care of everything on the legal side”
“If you ever need an attorney, he would be the first one I recommend”