Wisconsin Doctor Forfeits License

by Administrator 27. July 2010 02:58

According to News Line 9 (WOAW), "A former Marshfield doctor accused of illegally touching sedated patients surrenders his license to practice medicine." This surrender allows him to escape legal action by the Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing. The Wisconsin Medical Board declared Dr. Kevin Lang guilty of sexual contact with a patient. He also volunteered that he had additional inappropriate contact with patients before this incident. Lang was a practicing gastroenterologist.

Lang is being sued by former patients for malpractice. The county is also prosecuting him for felony sexual assault. WEAU reports, "Kevin Lang is facing five counts of second degree sexual assault of an intoxicated victim."

Lang can apply for a license in the future, but the board has to authorize it. They can place any restrictions or limitations on a license, if he decides to reapply.

Inappropriate actions by a doctor can harm you both physically and mentally. If you or someone you know has been mistreated by a doctor, contact the Sheboygan Medical Malpractice Lawyers at Habush Habush & Rottier, S.C., by dialing 1-800-2-HABUSH.

Deadly Dog Attack Leaves Victims Furious with Police

by Administrator 21. July 2010 02:22

One man is dead and four are injured after a deadly animal attack in Memphis, Tenn., Tuesday. 71-year-old William Parker, "was mauled by the dogs as he cut through a wooded area near his home to go to the corner store near Manassas and Poplar Avenue," according to Memphis' My Eyewitness News. Authorities say they think Parker had a heart attack as the dogs were attacking him. The dogs also wounded Kevin Stringfellow, who tried to save Mr. Parker. Parker's granddaughter also intervened, sustaining critical injuries. The final two injured were the emergency responders at the scene.

An entire neighborhood is up in arms. They report that they had called police over the weekend to complain about the pit bulls. The pit bulls' owner has been picked up by police because he was a wanted sex offender. According to neighbors, his girlfriend put the dogs outside because she was afraid they would attack her while she was inside the house.

 

Safety Tips for the Season of Road Trips

by Administrator 14. July 2010 01:56

ABC's Good Morning America reports that summer is the time of roadtrips, and, while most of us are aware of the dangers in the car, there is one area that we always overlook. George Clark of Wisconsin learned this lesson the hard way.

Clark was coming back from a Boyscout Leader retreat when a car pulled in front of them. Their vehicle hit the car while traveling 50 miles an hour when, "the untethered child booster seat next to Clark slammed into his head, crushing his cheekbone and jaw," reports Good Morning America. After multiple reconstructive surgeries, Clark is ok but wants to warn others of the dangers of unsecured items in the car.

Good Morning America writes that anything that is not secured can become a projectile in a crash scenario. The faster your car is driving, the more force the projectile will have when it hits you. When you pack for your next roadtrip, make sure you secure all items. It's best to just store all your travel belongings in the trunk. Good Morning America reports, "At 55 miles per hour, a 20-pound object hits with 1,000 pounds of force -- so powerful that a suitcase can literally sever the arm of a crash test dummy." It's best not to take any chances.

Sheboygan personal injury lawyers Habush Habush & Rottier, S.C. wish you a safe and happy summer road trip season.

States Allow Signs to Remember Drunk Driving Victims

by Administrator 7. July 2010 01:52

Wisconsin is one of six states that offers state-sanctioned signs for victims of drunk driving-related motor vehicle accidents. The signs serve both as a memorial and a safety reminder. States have long been concerned about the makeshift memorials that dot the highway. They fear the remembrances can cause drivers to be distracted or that families can be injured when creating these makeshift graves alongside the highway. Although these memorials are typically illegal, most law enforcement have trouble telling families no because they are overwhelmed with sympathy. 

The new state-sanctioned signs are catching on. States are charging anywhere from $150 to $1,000. They remain in place from one to 10 years. Drunk driving victims' families have been fighting to get these signs for years. 

Gail Rehme's brother was killed by a drunk driver. He and his girlfriend were on their way back from a Cardinals game on his motorcycle. They pulled over on the shoulder to clean up a spilled soda when they were struck by a drunk driver. Rehme had the signs legalized in Missouri, and dubbed the law, "David's Law," after her brother. His was the first sign planted along Missouri's I-270. 

 

Sheboygan Boating Accident Emergency Response Under Investigation

by Administrator 30. June 2010 03:15

WHBL reports that, "The Sheboygan County Sheriff’s Department is continuing its investigation of how the fatal boating accident in Lake Michigan was handled on Friday after some confusion resulted in a delay in finding the overturned craft."

When the call was received there was some concern as to whose jurisdiction it fell under causing a short delay in emergency response.

CBS 5 reported that a 20-foot boat capsized in Lake Michigan. The three passengers were able to be removed from the water by the Coast Guard, but one was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital. He had reportedly suffered from a stress-induced heart attack. The other two passengers declined medical attention.

 

Sheboygan woman injured in minivan accident

by Administrator 21. June 2010 01:19
A woman was injured in a minivan accident Friday. According to police reports, the accident occurred at Indiana Avenue in Sheboygan. 
 
The minivan apparently was crossing an intersection when it hit another car turning left. When medical officials arrived, the woman was taken to a nearby hospital and had surgery for neck injuries. 
 
If you or anyone you know has been injured in a car accident, contact the Sheboygan car accident attorneys of Sheboygan car accident attorneys of Habush, Habush, & Rottier, S.C., at 800-242-2874.  

One boy killed, others injured in Plymouth car accident

by Administrator 14. June 2010 00:16
One boy was killed and others were injured in a van accident Sunday. According to police reports, the accident occurred on Highway PP in the Town of Plymouth. 
 
The van apparently took a left on the highway and was struck by a pickup truck. When medical officials arrived to the scene of the accident, both drivers and their passengers were taken to nearby hospitals, where a young boy was later pronounced dead. 

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