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 car accident can turn a normal Tuesday morning into one of the most disorienting experiences of your life. In a matter of seconds, you may be dealing with physical injuries, a damaged vehicle, mounting medical bills, and an insurance company that is far more interested in protecting its bottom line than in making sure you are treated fairly. When that happens, having an experienced legal team in your corner can make all the difference in how your case unfolds and what you ultimately recover.
At Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm, we represent car accident victims throughout Wisconsin, including those injured in and around the Waunakee area. With many years of combined experience in personal injury law, we understand how devastating these crashes can be and how quickly the financial and emotional pressure can build. We handle cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we recover compensation on your behalf.
Waunakee sits just northwest of Madison, and its growing population means more vehicles on roadways like Highway 19, Deming Way, and the surrounding rural routes connecting to Dane County. These roads see a wide range of traffic, from daily commuters heading toward Madison to commercial vehicles traveling through the region. As our Wisconsin car accident lawyers know, certain factors come up repeatedly in serious collision cases.
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation collects statewide crash data annually, and the numbers consistently show that driver behavior is a leading contributor to serious accidents. Distracted driving, speeding, and failure to yield account for a significant share of injury-causing crashes across the state. Rural and suburban roads, like those in and around Waunakee, can also present unique hazards, including limited lighting, deer crossings, and intersections that see fast-moving traffic without adequate signage.
Drunk driving accidents are another serious concern on Wisconsin roads. Impaired drivers cause crashes that often result in catastrophic injuries precisely because they fail to brake, swerve, or react before impact. We take these cases seriously and pursue full accountability for victims and families who have suffered because someone chose to get behind the wheel under the influence.
Car accidents can produce an enormous range of injuries depending on the speed of the collision, the size of the vehicles involved, and where the impact occurs. Some injuries are apparent at the scene, while others may not surface until days or even weeks later, which is one reason why seeking medical attention promptly after any crash is so important.
Brain injuries are among the most serious outcomes of high-impact collisions. Even crashes that appear minor can produce traumatic brain injuries if a person’s head strikes a surface or experiences sudden deceleration forces. Spinal trauma, broken bones, soft tissue injuries, and internal damage are also common, and any of these conditions can require extended treatment, rehabilitation, and time away from work.
According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s 2024 Crash Facts report, there were thousands of injury-producing crashes recorded across the state that year, underscoring how frequently these accidents affect Wisconsin residents. Understanding the full scope of your injuries and their long-term impact is something we work to document carefully to support your claim.
Taking the right steps after a crash can protect both your health and your legal rights. While every situation is different, there are a few key actions that tend to have a significant impact on how a car accident claim develops.
The most important step after any crash is to get checked out by a medical professional, even if you feel fine at the scene. Adrenaline can mask pain, and some injuries only become apparent over time. Prompt medical care also creates documentation that directly supports your injury claim.
If it is safe to do so, take photographs of the vehicles, the road conditions, any visible injuries, and the surrounding area. Get the other driver’s insurance and contact information, and gather contact information from any witnesses. Report the accident to law enforcement so that an official crash report is generated, as these records become important evidence as your case develops.
Wisconsin law typically requires that a lawsuit be filed within three years of the date of the accident. However, there are important exceptions and nuances that can affect the applicable deadline, which is why speaking with an attorney sooner rather than later is always in your best interest.
When we take on a car accident case, we evaluate every category of loss that our clients have experienced. Compensation in a personal injury case can include current and future medical expenses, lost income, diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering, and the broader impact the injuries have had on your daily life and relationships. We also look closely at whether other parties, such as a negligent employer if a commercial driver was involved, bear responsibility alongside the at-fault driver.
Wisconsin follows a modified comparative negligence standard, meaning that your ability to recover compensation may be affected if you are found to bear any share of fault for the crash. Insurance companies often try to use this framework to reduce what they owe you, which is why having legal representation that understands how to counter those arguments matters. We work to build the strongest possible case on your behalf so that the full picture of what happened is clearly presented.
In situations where a crash results in a fatality, surviving family members may have grounds to pursue a wrongful death claim. These cases carry their own legal standards and timelines, and we handle them with the care and sensitivity they require. Additionally, if you were the victim of a hit-and-run accident, there are still legal options available to you, and we can help you understand what those are.
After a car accident, you should not have to navigate the legal and insurance processes alone. At Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm, we have spent decades standing up for injury victims across Wisconsin, and we bring that experience to every case we handle, including those involving Waunakee residents and those injured on Dane County roadways. Our track record includes achieving a landmark jury verdict in a high-stakes personal injury case, and we approach every matter with the same commitment to thorough preparation and strong advocacy.
If you or a loved one has been hurt in a car accident in or around Waunakee, we are here to help. We offer a free case evaluation so you can learn about your options with no obligation, and we handle all cases on a contingency fee basis, so there is no upfront cost to you. Contact us today to get started.
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.
In this car accident case, the client suffered catastrophic injuries in a head-on collision when the at-fault driver crossed the center line. Her injuries included multiple broken bones in the chest, ribs, wrist, and ankle, internal injuries requiring intestinal surgery, and a damaged artery in the spine. With medical expenses exceeding $4,000, we secured the at-fault driver’s full insurance coverage and pursued an additional $1,000,000 from the client’s own insurance policy. We also negotiated a reduction of more than $468,000 in outstanding medical costs to ensure the client received maximum financial recovery for her life-altering injuries and permanent impact on her ability to work.
The client’s loved one suffered a fatal injury in an auto collision that resulted in over $382,000 in medical bills. Acting as the family’s second attorney, we navigated difficult policy-limit issues and secured a $1,000,000 settlement. While the case had greater overall value and the family would have liked a higher recovery, they chose to settle to avoid prolonged litigation and move forward.
“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”