Tree stands give hunters a great advantage. They reduce the hunter’s scent, remove them from a deer’s line of sight, and increase their camouflage. They provide a higher vantage point for a better shooting angle for the hunter, but this elevated height can quickly...
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The Leading Causes of Tree Stand Accidents
Oct 28, 2020 | Hunting Accidents
Tree stands allow hunters to get a better view of their prey from above, but they’re also a leading cause of hunting accidents and injury. According to the University of Wisconsin, 55% of tree stand accidents have resulted in serious spinal injury. Read on to learn...
Hunter Killed in Portable Propane Heater Explosion
Dec 20, 2019 | Hunting Accidents
Texas Township, PA (December 20, 2019) - A man from Florida hunting in northeastern Pennsylvania was killed on Saturday, December 14th when his portable propane heater exploded. This incident delineated Pennsylvania’s third deadly hunting incident inside of a week....
Minong, WI – Man Shot in Torso on Opening Day of Hunting Season
Nov 25, 2019 | Hunting Accidents
Minong, WI (November 25, 2019) - At approximately 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 24th a hunter was walking away from his deer stand near E. Sleepy Eye Road during hunting season. At approximately the same time as he was leaving his deer stand, he noticed two other...
Recall Issued for DIANA – Defective Air Rifle
Sep 24, 2019 | Hunting Accidents
Monsees & Mayer supports victims injured by defective products like the DIANA Stormrider Gen 2 air rifle, recalled in 2019. The rifle can discharge unexpectedly—even with the safety engaged—posing serious injury or death risks. Approximately 1,400 units were...
What to do after a Tree Stand Injury
Aug 12, 2019 | Hunting Accidents
Monsees & Mayer supports victims of tree stand accidents. If you fall, stay calm and assess your injuries. Use your fall-arrest system to relieve pressure if suspended. Call 911 immediately and provide your exact location. Avoid moving if you suspect spinal...
Remington Guns: Recall vs. Class Action Retrofit
Feb 27, 2017 | Defective Firearms, Hunting Accidents
Timothy Monsees, of Monsees & Mayer, is one of several attorneys representing the class of individuals who are suing Remington Arms Company LLC. The class is suing Remington for defects in a host of bolt-action rifles. These rifles are equipped with the Walker...
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