A new state law was passed today in Wisconsin that requires all Wisconsin drivers to carry proof of auto insurance whenever driving.  Law enforcement officials will be routinely asking for proof of insurance in addition to a driver's license during traffic stops.  Prior to today, June 1, 2010, Wisconsin was one of only two states in the country that did not legally require all drivers to have auto insurance. 

Having an auto insurance policy is an exercise of personal responsibility in the community.  One fender bender, let alone an injury claim, can make years worth of auto insurance payments worthwhile.  Even though it could cost you big bucks if you are caught without auto insurance, police are not allowed to pull over vehicles for the sole purpose of checking the driver's insurance.  If you are pulled over for another traffic violation and you have insurance but no proof, you will have to pay a $10 violation fee and you might have to go to court to prove it to a judge.  If you are caught lying to an officer about having auto insurance, the penalty can be upwards of five thousand dollars.  Before the law was enacted today, 85 percent of Wisconsin residents had auto insurance.

If you or someone you know was involved in an automobile accident, you can contact the Madison car accident attorneys of Habush, Habush & Rottier, S.C., by calling 800-242-2874.

One man died, and another child suffered serious injuries as a result of a car accident earlier this week. According to police reports, the accident occurred in Cuba City. 

The man was apparently driving his car down Highway 80 when his car crossed the center line and hit another vehicle head on. The accident caused the driver to be ejected from the car, while the child remained fastened in the vehicle. When medical officials arrived, both the father and son were taken to a nearby hospital, where the father later died. 

A Fenimore couple was injured in a two-car accident Tuesday. According to police reports, the accident occurred near Grant County. 

The couple was apparently driving east on U.S. 18 when their vehicle hit a pickup truck. When medical officials arrived, the man was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. 

If you or anyone you know has been injured in a car accident, contact the Madison car accident attorneys of Habush, Habush, & Rottier, S.C., at 800-242-2874. 

Five people were injured in a van rollover accident Saturday. According to police reports, the accident occurred on I-90 near Janesville. 

The driver of the van apparently lost control of his van as the vehicle approached a bridge. The van then rolled over at least twice before it stopped. When medical officials arrived, the driver and four passengers were taken to Beloit Memorial Hospital for treatment. 

If you or anyone you know has been injured in a car accident, contact the Madison car accident attorneys of Habush, Habush, & Rottier, S.C., at 800-242-2874. 

A man was injured in accident involving two semi-trucks Tuesday. According to police reports, the accident occurred near Plymouth. 

The driver apparently stopped his vehicle in front of a semi heading east. However, another semi behind the driver did not stop in time and hit the driver's vehicle. 

When medical officials arrived, they helped remove the man from his vehicle and take him to a nearby hospital for treatment. Police believe that fog and icy conditions contributed to the accident. 

If you or anyone you know has been injured in a car accident, contact the Madison car accident attorneys of Habush, Habush, & Rottier, S.C., at 800-242-2874.

An Illinois man was killed in a Madison car accident Sunday. According to police reports, the accident occurred near the University of Wisconsin. 

The Illinois man apparently was driving erratically when police tried to pull him over. However, the driver did not stop and eventually crashed into another vehicle and did not stop until the car hit a traffic pole. 

If you have lost a loved one in a car accident, contact the Madison wrongful death lawyers of Habush, Habush, & Rottier, S.C., at 800-242-2874. 

A three-year-old child died in a Wisconsin car accident Monday. According to police reports, the child was run over in the family driveway. 

When medical officials arrived at the scene of the accident, they pronounced the child dead at the scene. At this time, police have not filed any charges, and the accident is still under investigation.

If you have lost a loved one in a car accident, contact the Madison wrongful death attorneys of Habush, Habush, & Rottier, S.C., at 800-242-2874. 

Almost every state across America received heavy snowfall last week. These snowy conditions not only shut down a number of businesses but also caused a number of car accidents.

In such snowy conditions, drivers should take certain precautions. First, before driving, they should make sure to wipe off the snow and ice on any windshields or windows. This will allow drivers to achieve maximum visibility. 

On the road, drivers should turn on their headlights. This added light on the road will help other drivers notice their vehicles on the roads. 

If you or anyone you know has been injured in a car accident caused by snowy conditions, contact the Madison car accident attorneys of Habush, Habush, & Rottier, S.C., at 800-242-2874. 

Secondary crashes are classified as car accidents that occur at the same location as a previous car accident before the previous accident is cleared. According to some studies, secondary accidents may account for as much as 10% of car accidents.

The easiest way to prevent secondary crashes is to clean up the first accident as quickly as possible. However, secondary crashes are not the only consideration following an initial accident. Officers must also collect evidence, which often requires delaying the cleanup of an accident. 

One way for drivers to reduce the likelihood of secondary crashes is to drive slowly near accident scenes. Such cautious driving will allow drivers to be aware of any unmarked hazards that may lead to a secondary accident.

If you have been injured in a secondary accident, contact the Madison secondary accident injury lawyers of Habush, Habush, & Rottier, S.C., at 800-242-2874.  

A woman was injured in a Milton car accident Monday. According to police reports, the woman was preparing to make a left turn when her vehicle was rear-ended.

The accident caused the woman's car to slip and slide onto the other side of the road. When medical officials arrived, the woman injured in the accident was airlifted to a nearby hospital.

If you or anyone you know has been injured in a car accident, contact the Madison car accident attorneys of Habush, Habush, & Rottier, S.C., at 800-242-2874.