What Happens If the Crash Was Partly Your Fault?

Episode Summary: In this episode of Benson on Injury Law, Wisconsin attorney Paul Benson breaks down what “comparative fault” means and how it affects your right to compensation after an accident. He explains how insurance companies use this rule to reduce or deny claims—and why acting fast to preserve evidence can make or break your case.   Key Timestamps: 00:00 – What “comparative fault” means in Wisconsin injury law 01:30 – How insurance companies use fault percentages to pay less 03:00 – Why getting a lawyer early helps protect key crash evidence 05:00 – The importance of vehicle recorder data and surveillance footage 07:00 – How lawyers challenge unfair fault claims and collect proof 08:30 – Mediation vs. jury trial: how most fault disputes are resolved 10:00 – When clients don’t realize they do have a case 12:00 – How insurance undervalues brain injuries and PTSD 15:00 – Why juries now see emotional and mental injuries differently 17:00 – How depositions can expose weak insurance defenses   About the Show: Benson on Injury Law helps Wisconsin residents understand their legal rights after serious accidents. Hosted by Attorney Paul Benson, the show uncovers how insurance companies operate, what evidence matters most, and how to protect your claim when fault is disputed.