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A Smart Start
By Anderson O'Brien
President Donald J. Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law on July 4, 2025. The legislation is a sweeping package of tax... What is Guardianship?
By Anderson O'Brien
Guardianship is a legal relationship established by a court that authorizes a person (the guardian) to legally make decisions for another person (the ward) who... Arrest Records and the Fair Employment Act
By Anderson O'Brien
The Wisconsin Fair Employment Act (WFEA) is a cornerstone for various rights of employees, including protection from a range of unlawful discrimination actions that apply... Maintenance Factors
By Anderson O'Brien
When making a judgment for annulment, divorce, or legal separation the Court can grant maintenance (Wisconsin’s word for alimony) to either party. Just like with... What Is a Fair Settlement Offer?
By Anderson O'Brien
A fair settlement offer is unique to each case. Generally, though, you should consider an offer to be good if it covers both the economic... Losing a Loved One in a Motorcycle Accident
By Anderson O'Brien
When a motorcycle accident results in the loss of a loved one, the grief can feel insurmountable, and the path forward may be uncertain. If... Who Is at Fault for a Side Collision Accident?
By Anderson O'Brien
Crashes where one car strikes the side of another—are among the most frightening events that can happen on the road. The victim often sees the... Who Is at Fault in a Rear-End Accident?
By Anderson O'Brien
What many people don’t realize about seemingly “minor” rear-end accidents is how significantly they can alter your life. That seemingly gentle tap from behind, or... The ABCs of LLCs
By Anderson O'Brien
Are you considering going into business with a friend? A limited liability company (LLC) is certainly a great choice. Limited liability companies are easy to... Frauds in Commerical Leases
By Anderson O'Brien
By Attorneys Dan Schmeeckle and Ross Slovensky When it comes to leasing commercial real estate, Wisconsin law demands a high level of formality and clarity.... Wisconsin Medicaid Law Allows Some Exceptions to Divestment
By Anderson O'Brien
In Wisconsin, there are specific exceptions to the divestment rules for Medicaid qualification, allowing certain asset transfers without incurring a penalty. These exceptions are narrowly... What Does Per Stirpes Mean?
By Anderson O'Brien
If you’ve ever filled out a beneficiary form for life insurance or a retirement account, you may have come across the phrase “per stirpes.” It’s...