Category: Winter Driving Safety

Drive Safely In Winter Conditions

Posted on November 30, 2015 Car Accidents,Holiday Travel,Vehicle Accidents,Winter Driving Safety

Slippery, cold winter driving conditions arrive in the season of the year when motorists are especially rushed to keep up with holiday shopping and travel.  A reminder to use extra caution is in order to help avoid a traumatic accident that could ruin the holidays. AAA recommends a number of safe-driving tips for winter conditions,… read more

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Offers Tips For Safe Winter Driving

Posted on January 16, 2015 General,In The News,Winter Driving Safety

With Wisconsin’s extreme January cold-spell upon us, it’s a good time to review the vehicle preparation tips provided by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) for safe winter driving.  http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/safety/motorist/winterdriving/vehicle.htm According to the DOT, proper preparation can be a matter of life and death.  Some of the DOT’s safety tips are summarized below. Because reliable… read more

Winter Weather

Posted on November 14, 2014 Car Accidents,Local News,Winter Driving Safety

Snow and cold temperatures arrived earlier this week.  With this type of weather, we all need to be more cautious on the roads.  Be ready for ice on bridges, hidden lane markings, stalled cars and poor visibility.  During this time of year it is best to adjust your speed and maintain a greater following distance. … read more

Don’t Forget the Price of Drunk Driving

Posted on March 4, 2014 Drunk Driving,In The News,Local News,Personal Injury,State Law,Vehicle Accidents,Winter Driving Safety

“Wisconsin has the highest rate of drunken driving in the nation,” begins an alert issued by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, citing a nationwide federal study.  In addition, the DOT noted that alcohol-related vehicular crashes caused 238 fatalities in a single year, and nearly 4,000 injuries. Winter road conditions compound the risk of serious injury… read more

The Wisconsin Department Of Transportation Provides Safety Advice In Case You Are Stranded While Driving In Winter

Posted on January 20, 2014 General,In The News,Local News,Winter Driving Safety

A Department of Transportation, Safety and Consumer Protection link provides the following advice in case you’re stranded while driving in winter: Stay in your vehicle. Walking in a storm can be very dangerous. You can lose your way, wander out of reach, become exhausted, collapse and risk your life. Your vehicle itself is a good… read more