A criminal conviction can result in far-reaching impacts that extend well beyond any immediate legal penalties imposed by the courts. These additional effects, known as collateral consequences, can be life-changing and affect various aspects of an individual's...
In some states, it is possible to finalize a divorce in a matter of days. Other states require a mandatory separation of the spouses that could last for a year before divorce is possible. Wisconsin falls in between those two extremes. The state does not allow for an...
Business contracts help to establish clear arrangements for continuous organizational operations. Contracts ensure the timely delivery of raw materials or the availability of staffing through an agency. They can prevent certain kinds of misconduct, like the misuse of...
Modern estate plans can include an assortment of different documents. People often draft wills as their primary testamentary documents. Some people use trusts to pass their assets to others. Of course, estate planning is as much about the testator's protection as it...
Police officers might suspect someone of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) offenses due to their perceived poor driving skills or involvement in a crash. Oftentimes, police officers who suspect an OWI offense start looking for evidence to affirm those...
Some parents trying to negotiate an uncontested divorce are so eager to get the process over with that they fail to address certain important matters before finalizing their agreements, including custody orders and parenting plans. Custody orders often include rules...
Choosing the right business structure is crucial for any entrepreneur, and a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a popular option. An LLC blends elements of both sole proprietorship/partnership and corporate structures, offering distinct advantages. With that being...
Estate planning is a nearly universal need that only a minority of people address. The majority of adults do not have an estate plan in place to control their property, protect their dependents and manage their care as they age. Even those who do have documents often...
Safety is a major concern on this nation's highways and byways, and Wisconsin takes reckless driving very seriously. But, what exactly is reckless driving in the first place? Is it as simple as speeding or slowly rolling through a stop sign – or is it something more...
Dividing assets can often be a very complex undertaking when couples get divorced. It can also be a contentious process, especially when it comes to major assets like a family home. If both spouses have claims to the value of the home, how can they divide that value?...
