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Guardianship Training is Now Required
By Anderson O'Brien
As of January 1, 2023, Wisconsin law requires all new individual guardians to complete a state-approved training course. Prior to this year, Wisconsin only required... Comparing Commercial and Residential Leases
By Anderson O'Brien
Most individuals must navigate a residential lease at some point in their lives – typically for an apartment to live in before potentially purchasing a... Large Claims v. Small Claims In Civil Lawsuits
By Anderson O'Brien
Most people have heard of small claims court and large claims court, but how do the differences between these two impact the claim that you... What Are The Rules For Emotional Support Animals When Renting?
By Anderson O'Brien
What are the rules for landlords and tenants when it comes to emotional support animals? For landlords there are important rules to follow to avoid... Update On Private Roads, Joint Driveways and Easements Article
By Anderson O'Brien
This article was written in November 2018, now there are some important updates to share. Many properties in Wisconsin have some form of shared access.... Is It Time to Revise Severance Agreements and Employee Handbooks?
By Anderson O'Brien
The National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) returned to a longstanding precedent recently by holding that employers violate the National Labor Relations Act if they offer... Is Joint Representation a Good Idea?
By Anderson O'Brien
It is common for a group of people to want one attorney to represent them all in a legal matter. Whether it is a married... U.S. Supreme Court Votes Unanimously On Tax Lien Case
By Anderson O'Brien
There are many cases decided by the U.S. Supreme Court that receive scant attention from the public. Despite ideological divisions among the justices, it is... What is a Guardian Ad Litem?
By Anderson O'Brien
A Guardian ad litem (GAL) is an attorney who is appointed by the Court to represent the best interests of a minor child. If the... The Coporate Transparency Act Implications for Small Businesses
By Anderson O'Brien
Do you own a small business? Are you a member of an LLC or a shareholder in a closely held company? (A closely held company... More Protections for Pregnant Workers
By Anderson O'Brien
If you are an employer with pregnant employees, employees returning from parental leave, or employees who have had a child in the last two years,... Stepping Down as a Presonal Representative
By Anderson O'Brien
There are a number of factors to consider before agreeing to take on the responsibility of serving as Personal Representative of someone’s estate. If a...