The number of traffic fatalities in Wisconsin has been on the decline in recent years with 2008 hitting a recent low. In 2008, there were a total of 543 accidents with 588 fatalities, down from 2007's 655 accident and 737 fatalities.

This year the downward trend seems to be continuing with 56 accidents and 64 fatalities from January through March. In the same period during 2008, there were 83 accidents and 87 deaths. While these numbers are decreasing, they are still too high.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a traffic accident, contact the Rhinelander personal injury attorneys of Habush, Habush & Rottier, SC at 800-242-2874.