In 2026, we live our lives online. When something big happens—like a car accident—it is natural to want to update your friends and family on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok. However, once you file a personal injury claim, your social media profile becomes a goldmine of evidence for the defense. The …

Seeing a newborn struggle to breathe can be terrifying. Some breathing changes are normal in the first days of life, but others can signal a serious medical condition, including oxygen deprivation, hypoxia, or birth asphyxia. In certain cases, those complications can be linked to preventable errors during labor and delivery. …

We trust doctors with our lives. When a medical procedure goes wrong, the emotional toll is devastating. However, a surgery failing or a treatment not working does not automatically mean you have a malpractice case. Medicine is an imperfect science, and results are never guaranteed. So, where is the line …

Falling in public is embarrassing. Most people’s first instinct after slipping in a grocery store or restaurant is to jump up, brush themselves off, and leave as quickly as possible to avoid staring eyes. Unfortunately, this reaction plays right into the hands of the business. The Myth: “I tripped because …

Within days—sometimes hours—of an accident, your phone will ring. It will be a friendly representative from the other driver’s insurance company. They will sound concerned and helpful, saying they just want to “clear up a few details” to get your claim processed. The Myth: “The other driver’s insurance company just …

Feeding should be a comforting, bonding experience. When a baby struggles to feed or swallow, it can quickly become stressful and frightening for parents. You may notice choking, gagging, coughing, or long feeding times, or you may feel that something simply does not seem right. Feeding and swallowing difficulties in …

A few days after an accident, while you are still stressing about a rental car and missed work, the insurance adjuster might call with “good news.” They want to send you a quick check—maybe $1,500 or $2,000—to cover your “inconvenience.” It feels like a lifeline when cash is tight. The …

The most common question we get is, “How much can I get?” Clients often turn to Google for answers, finding “Personal Injury Calculators” that promise to tell them the value of their claim in seconds. The Myth: “I can use an online calculator to find out exactly how much money …

Many people hesitate to contact a lawyer because they have a history of medical issues. They worry that their “bad back” or “old knee injury” from high school sports disqualifies them from receiving compensation for a new car accident. The Myth “I already had back pain before the crash, so …

It is a nightmare scenario: You are hit by a driver who runs a red light. You pull over, only to find out they have no insurance, or worse—they speed away (Hit and Run). You are left with a damaged car and medical bills, wondering who will pay. The Myth …

Most people charged with property crimes in Wisconsin are not career criminals. Many are college students, young adults, or people who have never been in trouble before. Sometimes the crime stems from a stupid decision at a party. Sometimes it is a misunderstanding between friends. Sometimes it is a prank …

Driving with one headlight might not seem like a big deal, until you’re pulled over or involved in an accident. At West Coast Trial Lawyers, we’ve seen firsthand how something as simple as a broken headlight can become a legal and financial headache. Whether you’re trying to avoid a ticket …