Don’t let your injury defeat you.

In Wisconsin, personal injury law generally favors those who suffer because of the negligence of another person, business, or institution. Vanden Heuvel & Dineen, S.C. helps injury victims pursue fair compensation and protect their rights.

Personal InjuryCar accidents, truck accidents and dog bites
Insurance ClaimsGuidance when carriers delay or underpay
CompensationMedical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering
ConsultationYour first consultation is free

Your case needs proper legal positioning.

The offending party may be a person, business, institution, driver, dog owner, trucking company, or insurance carrier. There are key differences in determining who is at fault and liable for damages.

Without legal counsel fighting for your rights, you could receive little or no compensation for pain, emotional anguish, medical costs, and lost wages.

01

Fault Analysis

Identify the party who is actually responsible, not just the party who appears easiest to sue.

02

Insurance Pressure

Insurance companies often want to pay as little as possible to close the claim.

03

Fair Settlement

Experienced counsel helps evaluate whether an offer reflects the true value of the damages.

04

Deadline Awareness

Personal injury claims have deadlines, so early legal guidance matters.

Linda S. Vanden Heuvel

Linda S. Vanden Heuvel

Linda Vanden Heuvel is a skilled litigator with the ability to negotiate favorable settlements for her clients. She saves clients time, money, and emotional distress through settlement negotiations, while remaining ready to litigate when settlement efforts fail.

Linda litigated one of Washington County’s largest personal injury cases, a $5.9 million award on behalf of a thirteen-year-old girl critically injured in a West Bend, Wisconsin automobile accident. She recognizes that an injury to one person injures the whole family.

Personal InjuryCar AccidentsTruck AccidentsDog BitesLitigation

What are the advantages of hiring an accident lawyer?

Many people initially believe their personal injury claim is a slam dunk. The other party was clearly at fault, and the assumption is that the law will automatically be on their side.

But that may not be true if the incident occurred under questionable circumstances. For example, if someone was not wearing a seat belt at the time of a crash, the insurance company may dispute how much it must pay.

Proper legal positioning

After a severe accident that caused bodily harm, it is a mistake to assume you can sue anyone involved and win. To succeed, you need to position yourself correctly and pursue the party who is actually at fault.

Fair settlements

Insurance companies do not profit from large settlements. They want to pay as little as possible to close the claim. If the party you are suing is an insurance company that is delaying or stalling, experienced personal injury counsel matters.

When is it best to consult with a personal injury lawyer?

Many people do not know when it is the right moment to consult with an accident lawyer. These signs mean it is time to speak with counsel.

1

Damages exceed small claims court’s maximum settlement

Small claims court in Wisconsin places a cap on how much defendants pay if they lose. If the injury is serious, small claims may not be the right path.

2

The incident occurred within the last three years

In Wisconsin, many personal injury claims have a limited amount of time to be filed. If the incident occurred relatively recently, you may still have legal options.

3

The other party makes a shared-fault claim

Wisconsin uses a comparative fault system. You may still receive compensation, but your percentage of fault can significantly affect the award.

“Linda is extremely knowledgeable, professional, honest and sincere. Her knowledge and expertise are unmatched in the courtroom. I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome.”

Kelly

“She was very friendly, professional, and listened to any and all concerns I had. Her response time was quick, and actions were dealt with swiftly.”

Sharon

Local help after a serious injury.

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If you are battling an insurance carrier that will not pay or an individual who caused your injury, speak with Vanden Heuvel & Dineen, S.C. about your next step.

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