Seller’s Closing Costs
By Amy A. Jahnke
Many sellers of real estate do not realize the costs associated with selling real estate in Wisconsin. I am frequently in meetings with clients and... Beneficiary Designations
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
Clients often ask questions about the use of beneficiary designations in their estate planning. Beneficiary designations can be a convenient way to avoid probate in... Imperfect Title: A Survey Exception Primer
By Attorney Daniel F. Schmeeckle
There is little risk in presuming that the majority of homeowners rate their property as their most important asset. Paradoxically, homeowners likely know more about... Seller’s “Right to Cure”
By Amy A. Jahnke
A Seller’s “right to cure” does not mean that the Seller must cure any defects uncovered during a home inspection. Rather, a Seller’s “right to... Wisconsin Fair Employment Act & the ADA
By Attorney Brian G. Formella
What can Wisconsin Employers Learn From an Employer in Churubusco, Indiana (Pop. 1,800)? Wisconsin employers should be aware of the root cause of a lawsuit... Taking Control of Your Estate Plan
By Attorney Katherine A. Young
Have you ever considered making a will or a revocable trust? Did you ultimately find a reason not to do so? If so, according to... Wisconsin’s Recreational Immunity Statute
By Attorney Richard H. Fuller
Does Wisconsin’s Recreational Immunity Statute protect you from liability? As the snow finally melts and spring arrives, our focus will be on enjoying the great... Transferring the Residence to a Caregiver Child-Exception to Divestment
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
I’m often asked whether transferring a parent’s residence to an adult child or children will “save the house from the nursing home.” Parents have heard... Managed Forest Land Program Changes
By Amy A. Jahnke
The enactment of 2015 Wisconsin Act 358 on April 16, 2016 (Act) has caused significant changes to the Managed Forest Law (MFL) Program. The Wisconsin... The Right to a Clean Hospital Room
By Attorney Russell T. Golla
Patient safety is one of our society’s greatest concerns. It may surprise some, but attorneys play a major role in improving patient care. You might... Changes to Valuation Regulations Will Impact Transfers of Family Businesses
By Attorney David M. James
On August 4, 2016, the U.S. Treasury Department issued proposed regulations under Internal Revenue Code Section 2704. If finalized as proposed, the new regulations will... Family Caregiver Contracts
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
When an ill or older relative needs help with daily activities and personal care, selecting an at-home caregiver can be a worrisome task. Who will...