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....
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What to know about Wisconsin’s probate process
After a person dies, their estate goes through a legal process called probate to handle various aspects of settling and distributing debts and assets. It is essential to understand how the probate process works in Wisconsin when settling an estate. What is probate?...
Unique estate planning considerations for business owners
Your assets pass to your heirs and beneficiaries according to the instructions you establish in your will when you pass away. When estate planning, business owners need to think beyond their personal assets to consider what will happen to their business. Here are a...
Asset protection can transcend your prenup
The best way to protect assets from a potential divorce may be not to own those assets at all. For those seeking the financial protections of a prenuptial agreement, the full-disclosure clause is a net with few visible means of escape. A recent article in Kiplinger's...
When deciding child custody, the judge will weigh many factors
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, the welfare of your child in a post-divorce world will be top priority. Child custody matters will be a focal point in the divorce proceedings. The judge will consider many factors in order to make decisions...
What happens if I am hit by an uninsured driver?
You may feel understandable frustration when someone causes an accident that results in an injury or damage to your vehicle. You may feel even more frustration if the individual who strikes you does not have automotive insurance. Per the Wisconsin Department of...
Answers to common questions about OWI in Wisconsin
Have you ever wondered what it takes to get over the legal limit for driving with alcohol in your system in Wisconsin? Maybe you need to know what the punishment for a first offense can be. Whether you are just curious or you are facing an OWI charge, here are some...
Answers to your questions about Wisconsin theft crimes
Wisconsin, like many states, defines different types of theft in its criminal laws. Understanding theft charges is essential for those facing legal penalties for property crimes. Review the answers to frequently asked questions about Wisconsin theft offenses. What is...
5 tips for creating or updating your employee handbook
Your company handbook represents information your employees need. It also serves as a means to communicate with them. Whether you are updating or creating from scratch, here are five tips to help make your handbook as appealing and informative as possible. 1. Keep...
What is the new way to establish paternity in Wisconsin?
On August 20, 2020, Wisconsin established a new way to establish paternity for a child: administrative paternity. With administrative paternity, you can establish paternity for your child without ever stepping into a courtroom. Seeking administrative paternity is...