Defective Home Construction? Know Your Rights and Responsibilities
By Attorney Brent W. Jacobson
Are you thinking it is time to build your new dream home or do some remodeling to your existing home? Are you a busy homebuilder... Transfer on Death Deeds
By Attorney Alissa J. Thompson
As you begin to think about the best structure for your estate plan, you are likely guided by one thought, which is how do I... What Happens if a Minor Inherits Money in Wisconsin?
By Attorney Steven H. Thompson
When an individual dies, their assets are distributed to their beneficiaries through a variety of procedures depending on their estate planning choices. The most common... Contractors Beware – the Theft by Contractor Statute Imposes Stiff Penalties
By Attorney Richard H. Fuller
Wisconsin has codified a “Theft by Contractor” statute under Wis. Stat. § 779.02(5) which imposes stiff penalties if violated. There are several potential penalties for... My Garage Is Bigger Than Yours
By Attorney Daniel F. Schmeeckle
As of late, Wisconsin courts have been grappling with one of the most important questions facing the nation: What is a garage? Is it defined... The COVID Trials
By Attorney Daniel F. Schmeeckle
The constitutional right to a jury trial does not take a back seat to coronavirus (COVID-19.) Yet, COVID-19 has impacted the ability of courts to... Employees’ Voting Rights in Wisconsin
By Attorney Brian G. Formella
With in-person national, state and local partisan voting set for Tuesday, November 3, 2020, it is timely for employees and employers to review Wisconsin law... TIF – A Development Tool for New and Expanding Businesses
By Attorney Brent W. Jacobson
My litigation practice has taken me into many areas of law in my career, including handling matters for both municipal and business clients that involve... Don’t Get Burned by “Fire” Insurance’s 12-month Statute of Limitation
By Attorney Bradley A. Yanke
If you were trying to get yourself to sleep by perusing the Wisconsin Statutes on Insurance Contracts, you may run across Wis. Stat. § 631.83(1)(a)... What is a Supported Decision-Making Agreement?
By Attorney Alissa J. Thompson
A supported decision-making agreement is a method of decision-making available to individuals with disability through an arrangement with another trusted person. These agreements give individuals... Estate Planning for Second Marriages
By Attorney Amy J. Eddy
Although second marriages are more common than ever, developing an estate plan for couples in second marriages can be complicated and challenging, especially when one... What Does “Sound Mind” Mean When Writing a Will?
By Attorney Steven H. Thompson
A last will and testament, along with other important estate planning documents, records a person’s decisions regarding the disposition of their property upon their death....