Milwaukee, WI (October 19, 2026) – A car being chased by police ended up on a sidewalk near West 35th Street and West Hadley Street around 6:45 p.m. on Saturday, October 17. The accident left at least two people hospitalized.
Emergency units were called around 6:46 p.m. According to initial reports, the police were seen chasing the car moments before the wreck.
The full scope of the two people’s injuries has not been disclosed.
The collision remains under investigation.
We wish those injured a full and strong recovery.
How Long-Term Costs Shape Injury Claims in Milwaukee, WI
Wisconsin treats the cost of a serious injury as more than the first hospital bill. People with serious injuries may seek economic damages, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and future treatment or rehabilitation, along with noneconomic damages for pain and loss of enjoyment of life.
Wisconsin does not set a general cap on noneconomic damages in ordinary negligence claims, though other limits can apply depending on who is responsible.
Future costs are the hardest part to prove, because they rest on medical opinion rather than receipts. Treating providers can describe expected surgeries, therapy, or equipment, and an economic expert may estimate how an injury affects earning power over the years.
Insurers tend to value a claim by the bills that exist today, which can leave future expenses out of early settlement offers. Wisconsin generally gives injury claims a three-year filing period, yet treatment can continue long after that window closes.
To make the process easier to navigate, a Milwaukee personal injury lawyer can step in to organize medical and financial projections, review which insurance policies may apply, and explain how settlement timing interacts with an unfinished recovery.
If you are dealing with the aftermath of an injury accident, our team at Konstantakis Law Office can look at how future expenses may fit into a claim under Wisconsin law.
We can talk through what documents are worth gathering before settlement discussions begin and what steps may be open for you. Call Konstantakis Law Office at (414) 427-6181 if you want to learn more about your legal options.
Notes: This article is based on reports from publicly available sources, including news outlets, police dispatches, and eyewitness statements. Konstantakis Law Office has not independently verified every detail of the reported incident. If you notice any errors or would like to request a correction or removal, please contact us and we will respond promptly.
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