If you sustain an injury during a car accident, you may wonder who will pay for your medical bills and losses, including wages. Wisconsin is a tort state. Therefore the at-fault driver's insurer must cover your expenses. However, it is essential to decline the...
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Is a collaborative divorce right for you?
Teamwork in your marriage may have worked early on. However, that collaboration gradually fell by wayside, until finally you saw no other option than to end your marriage. Now, you wonder what is the best route to take in this divorce: mediation or court? Another...
Can I beat a Breathalyzer? Debunking common myths
When the police pull you over on suspicion of drunk driving, they may ask you to blow into a handheld device that measures your blood alcohol content. Refusing the test can result in harsh consequences, so it may be tempting to try to trick the machine. Here are three...
Is it too early to make an estate plan?
Having an estate plan is something that not many people consider. In fact, it may be why nearly 60% of Americans do not have an estate plan. Estate plans are not just something that only extremely wealthy people need. The truth is that everyone can benefit from an...
The difference between community and separate property
Wisconsin is a community property state, meaning all marital assets belong to both spouses equally. Understanding the difference between marital and individual property is essential, so you know what to expect in a divorce. What items qualify as community property?...
3 reasons a post-divorce modification could become necessary
A divorcing couple will work hard to remove obstacles and achieve compromises on the path to their new, independent futures. From negotiations centering on property division and debt responsibility to those involving the parenting plan and visitation schedule, the...
What is marital property and how much is it worth?
This two-part question presents a critical issue in many Wisconsin divorces: Just what does the law consider marital property and what is that property's value? The answer in your specific circumstances will play a prominent role in shaping your post-divorce financial...
The importance of estate planning
While no one wants to consider the end of their life, taking proactive steps via estate planning can provide peace of mind for your family members. A will documents your wishes and objectives at the end of your life. Putting off without a plan in place and...
When life changes arrive, it is time to update your will
Soon after you began your career, you understood the importance of establishing an estate plan. After hours of research, conferring with trusted friends and working with an attorney, you created a will. Now, you think you are all set. Not so fast. You are applauded...
Do I really need a prenuptial agreement?
Getting engaged and planning a wedding is a very romantic time in your life, but designing a life with someone else requires a great deal of practical planning. While you may not see divorce on the horizon of your relationship, it is a possibility for any marriage....