Justice Secured: Fitzpatrick, Skemp & Butler, LLC Wins Hard-Fought $250,000 Verdict for Wisconsin Intersection Accident Victim
LA CROSSE, WI – When you are recovering from a severe accident, the last thing you need is an uphill battle against insurance companies and municipal entities. It is incredibly stressful and confusing when the very people who should be helping you instead try to shift the blame onto your shoulders. At Fitzpatrick, Skemp & Butler, LLC, we understand the heavy emotional and financial toll this takes on you and your family. You deserve a dedicated advocate to guide you through the darkness, not a lecture on why your case is too difficult.
Recently, our seasoned attorneys Scott Butler and James Richgels demonstrated this unwavering commitment by securing a $250,000 judgment for a client in a fiercely disputed intersection accident case (Milwaukee County Case # 2024-CV-1332).
The incident occurred when a city employee, driving a pickup truck, failed to yield while making a left turn on a yellow light, colliding with our client who was proceeding straight through the intersection on an electric tricycle. Though the impact was at a relatively slow speed, our client suffered significant neck injuries, resulting in nearly $300,000 in medical bills.
When an accident involves a municipal vehicle, the legal hurdles can feel insurmountable. The defense aggressively disputed every aspect of the claim, attempting to dismiss their liability entirely by arguing our client was at fault. We know how disheartening it is to be blamed for your own injuries. However, our team refused to back down. We brought in a top engineering expert to reconstruct the accident and fought back with targeted pre-trial motions, successfully securing a ruling that validated our client’s medical expenses.
Recognizing the undeniable strength of our case, the defense stipulated to $500,000 in damages. The case proceeded to a bench trial on liability alone, where the judge determined a 50/50 split in negligence. Under Wisconsin’s modified comparative negligence rule, this meant our client still walked away with a $250,000 judgment-a testament to the fact that even if you are partially blamed, your fight for justice is far from over.
This hard-fought victory, detailed further in our recent blog post, highlights a crucial reality for injury victims across Wisconsin: never assume your case is hopeless. Whether you are dealing with a complex personal injury claim, a devastating car crash, or a municipal dispute, having a deeply human, experienced legal team by your side makes all the difference.
We are proud to serve communities throughout the state, from our home in La Crosse to Eau Claire and beyond. If you or a loved one are feeling overwhelmed after an accident, please know that you do not have to navigate this journey alone. We are here to listen, validate your concerns, and aggressively protect your future.
Call our experienced La Crosse personal injury lawyers Now! Reach out to us at 608-784-4370 or visit our Contact Us page to schedule a free, compassionate consultation.
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