How do you Determine Fault in a T-Bone Accident?

If you’ve been in a car accident in Milwaukee, Madison, Appleton, Green Bay, or anywhere in Wisconsin, the moments afterward can shape your recovery — physically, emotionally, and financially. When no officer arrives to take an official accident report, you might feel like you’ve lost a key piece of your case. But you still have every right to protect yourself and pursue the compensation you deserve.

At Natasha Misra Law, we’ve built our practice on helping accident victims across Wisconsin through challenges just like this. We take the time to understand your situation, explain your options, and handle the details so you can focus on getting back on your feet. Here’s what to do next.

Step 1: Become Your Own Investigator

If law enforcement isn’t coming, you need to build the record yourself:

Take photos – Capture vehicle damage, license plates, injuries, debris, and the full accident scene from different angles.

Exchange information – Get names, phone numbers, driver’s license numbers, license plates, and insurance details from everyone involved.

Talk to witnesses – Politely ask for their contact information and a brief statement about what they saw.

Think of this as creating your own “mini report”; it can become vital evidence later.

Step 2: File a Crash Report with the State

Wisconsin law says you must file a Driver Report of Crash within 10 days if:

Anyone was injured or killed
There was $1,000 or more in damage to any one person’s property
There was $200 or more in damage to government property

You file this report with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) — not the DMV. You can do it online or request a paper form. It’s the state’s official record of your crash, and it can make or break an insurance claim.

Step 3: Let Your Insurance Company Know

Report the accident to your insurer as soon as you can. Stick to the facts you documented. Don’t admit fault or guess at details — just provide the evidence you’ve gathered.

Step 4: Get Checked Out

Not all injuries show up right away. A stiff neck today could be a serious soft tissue injury tomorrow. Seeing a doctor immediately protects your health and ties your injuries directly to the crash in the medical record.

Step 5: Call a Milwaukee Car Accident Lawyer

When there’s no police report, insurance companies often push back harder. Having the right lawyer means you’re not fighting alone. At Natasha Misra Law, we:

Have handled thousands of auto, truck, and motorcycle accident cases across Wisconsin
Include property damage help at no extra cost — we’ll deal with repairs, rentals, and towing so you don’t have to
Offer language access in Spanish in-house and nearly any language through on-demand interpretation, including Burmese and Rohingya
Keep you in the loop, so you always know what’s happening with your case

Don’t Let a Missing Accident Report Derail Your Claim

You only get one chance to get this right. Call (414) 210-3834 or contact us online for a free consultation. We’ll guide you through the reporting process, deal with the insurance company, and fight for the compensation you deserve. Reach out now to get a lawyer who’s not just another suit.

If you or a loved one have been injured in a T-bone car accident, one of the first steps in your recovery process is to contact a Milwaukee auto accident attorney. T-bone car accidents, also known as side impact collisions or intersection accidents, can cause severe injuries and even death.

An experienced Milwaukee car accident lawyer will fight on your behalf to hold a negligent driver accountable for their actions and help you recover the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

Read on for common causes of T-bone collisions, what to do if you have been involved in one, and what potential damages our law firm can help you recover after your accident.

What Are Some Common Causes of a T-bone Collision?

Most T-bone crashes are caused by a driver’s negligence. T-bone accidents are often the result of a driver failing to stop when they should, causing them to hit the side of another vehicle. The following are some common causes of T-bone collisions:

running a stop sign or a red light
failing to yield at an intersection
aggressive driving
pulling into the path of an oncoming vehicle
driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
driving too fast on icy roads or in poor visibility

Which Driver Is Responsible in a T-bone Collision?

If you were struck by a distracted driver, that driver is likely responsible for the collision. However, it is important to contact a lawyer to evaluate your case, as it is not always clear which party is at fault in a T-bone accident. Our attorneys will review the evidence presented to hold the distracted driver fully responsible. Without the expertise of an attorney, the insurance carrier may try to attribute comparative fault on you, which may affect the damages you can recover.

What Should You Do If You Are Injured in a T-bone Collision?

If you are injured in a T-bone collision you should:

Stop at the scene of the accident.
Immediately call 911 to report the accident and request an ambulance if anyone is injured - in particular, it is critical to seek the medical treatment you need right away.
Exchange information with the other motorists involved in the crash as well as any eyewitnesses to the incident.
Take photos of the scene of the accident.
Contact a Milwaukee auto accident attorney who will investigate the case, gather evidence, and determine what a fair settlement or damages from a personal injury suit would be to compensate you for your losses.

What Damages Can You Recover?

When you come to our office, we will assess your case and seek the appropriate compensation for your injuries. If another party was negligent, and that negligence caused your injuries, you may be able to recover the following damages:

medical costs, including future costs related to the treatment of your accident injuries,
lost wages if you are unable to work due to the accident, and
pain and suffering.

T-bone accidents can result in severe injuries and you should be awarded damages to compensate for your losses. Reach out to our offices today for a free consultation to discuss how we can help you get the insurance settlement or jury award that you deserve.

Natasha Misra

My law practice is dedicated to helping people who have suffered injuries in accidents which were not their fault. Born and raised in Milwaukee, I come from a family of medical professionals. My background and experience help me understand and represent individuals injured in accidents.