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Althouse

Althouse

Covers the law and news. From University of Wisconsin Law Professor Ann Althouse.

http://althouse.blogspot.com/
  • May 17

    At the Evergreen Café...

    At the Evergreen Café...
    ... it's getting late, but please linger.
  • May 17

    "Please detail the content of the members of your organization’s prayers."

    "Please detail the content of the members of your organization’s prayers."
    Information the IRS demanded from the Coalition for Life of Iowa. Asked if that's an appropriate question to a 501(c)(3) applicant, IRS commissioner Steven Miller says he's pained at his inability to answer. What an awful witness! (And I say…
  • May 17

    "How Twitter Is Messing With Al-Qaeda's Careful PR Machine."

    "How Twitter Is Messing With Al-Qaeda's Careful PR Machine."
    "Individual jihadis are increasingly taking to social media with their own opinions, sparking disputes within the terrorist organization." It's a marketplace of ideas. As Justice Holmes famously said: If you have no doubt of your premises or…
Rank this Week: 28

Bev Butula's Blog

Bev Butula's Blog

From the Wisconsin Law Journal.

http://www.wislawjournal.com/type.cfm/Bev%20Butula
Rank this Week: 68

Arnstein & Lehr LLP Legal News

Arnstein & Lehr LLP Legal News

Features news, publications, events and cases.

http://legalnews.arnstein.com
  • May 14

    Will Internet Purchases Be Subject to Sales Taxes?

    Will Internet Purchases Be Subject to Sales Taxes?
    By Attorney Ashley Forte Will Internet Purchases Be Subject to Sales Taxes?
  • May 14

    John L. Ropiequet presents at Consumer Financial Services Conference

    John L. Ropiequet presents at Consumer Financial Services Conference
    On May 6 – 7, 2013, Arnstein & Lehr Chicago Partner John L. Ropiequet presented two programs at the Consumer Financial Services Conference in Annapolis, Maryland. The first program, entitled “Fair Lending,” discussed…
  • May 14

    Barry R. Katz authors article for Law360

    Barry R. Katz authors article for Law360
    Arnstein & Lehr Chicago Partner Barry R. Katz recently authored an article for Law360 entitled “Commercial Leasing Recovery Remains Uneven,” which was published on May 8, 2013. The article discusses current trends in the…
Rank this Week: 357

WisBlawg

WisBlawg

Covers legal research and Internet news & information with an emphasis on Wisconsin. From the University of Wisconsin Law Library and librarian Bonnie Shucha.

http://www.law.wisc.edu/blogs/wisblawg/
  • Apr 24

    Former UW-Madison Law School George Bunn Die

    Former UW-Madison Law School George Bunn Die
    From the Wisconsin State Journal:Former UW Law School Dean George Bunn, a noted nuclear arms expert and negotiator, died of spinal cancer Sunday in Palo Alto, Calif., said his son Matthew Bunn. He was 87. A more detailed obituary appears at…
  • Apr 16

    Happy National Library Week!

    Happy National Library Week!
    Stop by the Law Library this week and help us celebrate National Library Week! READ Poster View this year's poster featuring Steve Barkan, Professor of Law and Director of the Law School Library - On display inside the library entrance on…
  • Mar 29

    WI Act 5 Changes Publication and Effectiveness Process for Acts - Removes Authority of Sec of State

    WI Act 5 Changes Publication and Effectiveness Process for Acts - Removes Authority of Sec of State
    2013 WI Act 5, which modifies the establishment of a publication date for acts, quietly went into effect yesterday. According to the Wisconsin Legislative Council the act does several things:Removes the authority of the Secretary of State…
Rank this Week: 388

Wisconsin Estate Planning

Wisconsin Estate Planning

Covers Wisconsin estate planning, elder law, probate and trust administration, real estate law, business organization, and individual income tax preparation. By Tesar Law Group, S.C.

http://blog.tesarlaw.com/
  • May 17

    Prenups: Another Wedding “To-Do” Before the Big Day?

    Prenups: Another Wedding “To-Do” Before the Big Day?
    A properly prepared prenuptial agreement may help you fully understand the consequences of marriage when it comes to your assets, your wishes and your loved ones.
  • May 15

    The Mighty Power of Attorney (POA)

    The Mighty Power of Attorney (POA)
    In the right hands powers of attorneys can be very powerful estate planning tools.
  • May 13

    Is Portability Really Here to Stay?

    Is Portability Really Here to Stay?
    Portability is a complex provision of the estate tax law that is likely here to stay. It is important to seek competent advice in order to properly achieve your estate planning goals through the use of this provision.
Rank this Week: 430

Wisconsin Employment & Labor Law…

Wisconsin Employment & Labor Law Blog

Focuses on recent developments and news in labor and employment law in Wisconsin and at the federal level. By Randy T. Enochs.

http://milwaukeeemploymentlawyer.blogspot.com/
  • May 16

    Huffington Post on At-Will Employment

    Huffington Post on At-Will Employment
    Fellow avid employment law blogger, Attorney Jon Hyman, of the Ohio Employer's Law Blog, recently took part in a discussion on at-will employment that is definitely worth a watch:
  • May 15

    Senate Republicans Call for Hearing on NLRB's Budget Request

    Senate Republicans Call for Hearing on NLRB's Budget Request
    This week U.S. Senator Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.), the Ranking Member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, along with 13 Republican senators today sent a letter to Chairman Tom Harkin requesting a committee…
  • May 15

    May 2013 Edition of the Employment Law Blog Carnival is Live

    May 2013 Edition of the Employment Law Blog Carnival is Live
    Big thanks to Attorney Donna Ballman for hosting this month's edition of the employment law blog carnival titled, "We Are Family."  Enjoy!
Rank this Week: 1199

The Virtual Attorney Blog

The Virtual Attorney Blog

Covers estate planning and business law. By Michael Brennan.

http://thevirtualattorney.com/blog
  • May 7

    I think I Need a Will, So Why Not Use Legalzoom?

    I think I Need a Will, So Why Not Use Legalzoom?
    There are a host of developments that can cause property to be distributed in ways other than that which had been intended when the will was written and signed. Many of them are changes in family situation such as births, deaths, divorces,…
  • May 1

    What a Will Can (and Cannot) Do

    What a Will Can (and Cannot) Do
    A will is a simple and effective tool at accomplishing a number of goals and estate planning needs, but it can’t do everything. Here are some goals that a properly drafted and executed will can and cannot accomplish. A will CAN be…
  • Apr 23

    What is HIPAA? Answers to Frequently Asked Question

    What is HIPAA? Answers to Frequently Asked Question
    Most of us believe that our medical and other health information is private and should be protected, and we want to know who has this information. In a world that in continuously becoming more connected, the exchange of such information is…
Rank this Week: 1748

Wisconsin Business Law Blog

Wisconsin Business Law Blog

By Schober & Mitchell, S.C.

http://www.wisconsinbusinesslawblog.com
  • May 10

    Attorneys Speaking at Local Title 19 Seminar

    Attorneys Speaking at Local Title 19 Seminar
    Two of our firm’s estate planning experts will be speaking about on asset preservation at an upcoming event to occur May 22 at The Legend at Bristlecone Pines, near Hartland. John Sage and Patricia Prestash will present…
  • Mar 26

    Business Deductions Passed as a Result of the Fiscal Cliff

    Business Deductions Passed as a Result of the Fiscal Cliff
    While the new tax law was aimed at averting the “fiscal cliff,” it contained some provisions which benefitted American business. As I see it, here they are: Section 179 Deductions – in 2012, Section 179 (first year…
  • Feb 13

    Trucking Companies’ Biggest Headaches: Overweight Ticket

    Trucking Companies’ Biggest Headaches: Overweight Ticket
    Recently, one of my partners, Eric Raskopf, published the following on his legal blog, On Legal Ground. For those of you running trucks who occasionally get stopped for overweight tickets, it may provide you with a cost effective way to get…
Rank this Week: 1897

Wisconsin Probate & Estate…

Wisconsin Probate & Estate Planning Blog

Covers estate planning, trusts and wills. By Krause Law Offices LLC.

http://www.madisontrustlaw.com/
  • May 6

    Thoughtful Planning Helpful to Provide for Second Spouse

    Thoughtful Planning Helpful to Provide for Second Spouse
    "The times, they are a-changin'" says a famous Bob Dylan song. This is definitely true regarding family units. Fewer couples resemble the Ward-and-June-Cleaver model. More and more people, as they begin the path of estate planning, are…
  • Apr 25

    Many Estate Plans Can Benefit from Using Both a Will and a Trust

    Many Estate Plans Can Benefit from Using Both a Will and a Trust
    If you look around the Internet, you may see several sources that discuss the question, "Should I create a will or a living trust?" In a significant variety of circumstances, the answer is, "Use both." Whether your estate plan includes a…
  • Apr 19

    Handling the Task of Being a Personal Representative

    Handling the Task of Being a Personal Representative
    Having someone select you as the personal representative of his or her estate can elicit both positive and negative reactions. You may be honored, but at the same time, you may feel intimidated by the responsibility that comes along with it.…
Rank this Week: 2619

Law Rules

Law Rules

Covers dispute resolution and civil litigation. By Michael A. Pollack.

http://lawrules.squarespace.com/journal/
  • Apr 6

    Neutral evaluation

    Neutral evaluation
    Sometimes when I am called upon to mediate a dispute, what the parties really seem to be looking for is a neutral evaluation of their legal case or negotiating position. While I am happy to do that for the parties, I make sure to explain…
  • Feb 26

    The Role of Cultural Sensitivity in Modern Mediation

    The Role of Cultural Sensitivity in Modern Mediation
    A guest blog by Dean Vella* The turn of the 21st century will no doubt be remembered as an age of rapid and dramatic globalization. This coming together of numerous cultures in the marketplace and beyond presents benefits to all. But there…
  • Feb 7

    Hazardous duty?

    Hazardous duty?
    It has finally happened. A shooting following a mediation session.  I never thought mediators would have to request hazardous duty pay.  Fortunately, it wasn’t the mediator who was shot, this time.  In this case, one…
Rank this Week: 2758

The Tax Law Forum

The Tax Law Forum

Covers Federal and Wisconsin tax law issues. By Rob Teuber.

http://www.taxlawforum.com/
  • Sep 7

    Friday's Tax Quote - September 7, 2012

    Friday's Tax Quote - September 7, 2012
    “We have come to love income tax laws so much that we have chosen to have a lot of them.
  • Aug 31

    Friday's Tax Quote - August 31, 2012

    Friday's Tax Quote - August 31, 2012
    “By this time fashion had condemned the beard in every other country in Europe, and with a voice more potent than popes or emperors, had banished it from civilized society.  But this only made the Russians cling more fondly to their…
  • Aug 24

    Friday's Tax Quote - August 24, 2012

    Friday's Tax Quote - August 24, 2012
    “The principle is this – that you ought not in a free country to lay a tax on the expression of political opinion – a tax on the diffusion of that information on public affairs which the spirit of our constitution makes the interest and…
Rank this Week: 2874

Tristan Pettit's Landlord-Tenant…

Tristan Pettit's Landlord-Tenant Law Blog

Discusses various aspects of landlord-tenant law and comments on various court decisions within the areas of real estate and property law.

http://petriestocking.com/blog
  • May 6

    AASEW Meeting: Financing Real Estate In Today’s Market —- May 20, 2013

    AASEW Meeting: Financing Real Estate In Today’s Market —- May 20, 2013
    Please join me at the AASEW‘s next monthly membership meeting where we will discuss Financing Real Estate in Today’s Market. When: Monday May 20th, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Where: The Best Western, 1005 S. Moorland Road, Brookfield 53005…
  • Apr 30

    HUD Issues Notice on Assistance Animals and Reasonable Accomodations For Persons with Disabilitie

    HUD Issues Notice on Assistance Animals and Reasonable Accomodations For Persons with Disabilitie
    Today the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a notice on assistance animals and reasonable accomodations for persons with disabilities. Not to long ago I wrote a post that dealt with this subject. …
  • Apr 25

    Top 10 Pitfalls That Landlords Should Avoid

    Top 10 Pitfalls That Landlords Should Avoid
    Those of you that missed the last AASEW membership meeting on Monday, April 15, 2013, missed a great meeting and a great presentation.  The featured presenter was John “Dr. Rent” Fischer, a Wausau-area landlord and rental…
Rank this Week: 3048

Gray On Claims

Gray On Claims

Covers claim construction and patent law. By Justin E. Gray.

http://www.grayonclaims.com/home/
Rank this Week: 3050

Authentic Law Marketing Blog

Authentic Law Marketing Blog

By Ferris Consulting.

http://www.authenticlawmarketing.com
  • Feb 19

    Qualities of Successful Collaborative Law Professional

    Qualities of Successful Collaborative Law Professional
    The most frequent question I am asked is how do I get more collaborative cases? Why are some Collaborative Law professionals attracting more collaborative cases than others? What are the qualities of a successful collaborative professional? I…
  • Jul 18

    Why Your Online Lawyer Bio Matters?

    Why Your Online Lawyer Bio Matters?
     Sometimes it is the little things that can make a big difference in growing a law practice. Often, lawyers will avoid marketing because it will take too much time or it is an activity outside of their comfort zone. 
  • Jun 17

    What Does Law Firm Branding Have To Do With Law Firm Marketing?

    What Does Law Firm Branding Have To Do With Law Firm Marketing?
    One of the greatest challenges lawyers face in building a law practice is time. I have yet to meet a lawyer or work with a law firm where time is not a scarce resource.  Billable hours, client demands, law firm management and administrative…
Rank this Week: 3068

Wisconsin Bankruptcy Blog

Wisconsin Bankruptcy Blog

Provides information on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. By Gregory A. Holbus.

http://wisconsinbankruptcy.blogspot.com/
  • May 15

    Proposed National Model Chapter 13 Plan

    Proposed National Model Chapter 13 Plan
    This is a post that will probably be more of interest to bankruptcy practitioners than bankruptcy debtors.  However, there is potential for some substantial changes that will drastically impact how Chapter 13s are administered, so…
  • May 15

    April 2013 Foreclosure Statistic

    April 2013 Foreclosure Statistic
    If you've been served with foreclosure papers - don't give up.  It's not too late to save your home.  But waiting until the week before the Sheriff's Sale is cutting it a bit close!  Don't procrastinate.  Call us now and…
  • May 8

    Post-Petition Mortgage Change

    Post-Petition Mortgage Change
    If you're a Chapter 13 debtor with a mortgage, you have probably been noticing the occasional letter in the mail from your mortgage company with a form captioned either as "Notice of Mortgage Payment Change" and/or "Notice of Post-Petition…
Rank this Week: 3085

Wisconsin Lawyers Blog

Wisconsin Lawyers Blog

Covers business, environmental, personal injury, real estate, sports and entertainment and tax law.

http://www.wisconsin-lawyers-blog.com
  • Jan 17

    Recovery of Damages for Lost Profit

    Recovery of Damages for Lost Profit
    Economic damages can be thought of as either a reduction in business value or lost profits. In this blog, I will focus on lost profits and some key considerations to keep in mind when performing these types of engagements. The purpose of…
  • Oct 8

    What lien rights do I have as a commercial sub-contractor?

    What lien rights do I have as a commercial sub-contractor?
    The short answer is potentially a fair amount of rights, though as with many things it depends. In general residential work, the main mechanism for enforcing payment for both general contractors and sub-contractors is through the use of…
  • Apr 6

    USPTO Proposes Increased Patent Fee

    USPTO Proposes Increased Patent Fee
    The USPTO released their proposed fee increases for the next fiscal year. Though most of the increases are moderate, there are some significant increases:
Rank this Week: 3138

Madison Bike Blog

Madison Bike Blog

Focuses on Wisconsin bicycle laws, advocacy, biking issues, bike races, bicycle legal news. By Clayton Griessmeyer.

http://madtownbicyclelawyer.blogspot.com/
  • May 15

    Wisconsin Bicycle Rides of Silence May 15, 2013

    Wisconsin Bicycle Rides of Silence May 15, 2013
    May 15, 2013 is the day for National, "Ride of Silence."   The Ride of Silence started in Texas in 2003 and has grown to every state in the United States and 318 rides worldwide. The Ride of Silence is a free ride that asks its…
  • May 14

    Madison Bike to Work Week 2013

    Madison Bike to Work Week 2013
    Here are a few things you could experience if you bike to work in Madison this week:1. Bike up banking;2. Getting a cupcake handup from a cupcake on the Southwest Commuter Path;3. Getting your photo with Fallout Boy;
  • May 13

    Wisconsin Bike to Work Week 2013

    Wisconsin Bike to Work Week 2013
    Bike to work week is May 13-17, 2013.  Check here for all of the week's events.  Stop by the bike path at Southwest path and Badger Trail near Lovell Lane in Madison.  Griessmeyer Law is sponsoring a commuter station along with…
Rank this Week: 3329

Lakeblawg

Lakeblawg

Covers consumer and business bankruptcy, and mortgage foreclosure defense. By Lake Law.

http://www.lakelaw.com/blog/
  • Nov 9

    Changes to the MMM Program: News for Eastern District of Wisconsin Chapter 13 Client

    Changes to the MMM Program: News for Eastern District of Wisconsin Chapter 13 Client
    The Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin created the MMM (mortgage modification mediation) program about a year and a half ago to help make modifications in Chapter 13s easier.  So far, it has had quite a few success…
  • Nov 5

    Chapter 13 Trustee accepting online payments – more convenience for debtors!

    Chapter 13 Trustee accepting online payments – more convenience for debtors!
    In a Chapter 13, most of our clients have two options in making the Chapter 13 plan payments to the Trustee:  Payment through a payroll deduction, or payments by certified funds sent monthly.  Each works well, but neither is as simple and…
  • Oct 29

    When complications with bankruptcy filing fees means more trouble

    When complications with bankruptcy filing fees means more trouble
    Every bankruptcy case requires a filing fee.  As mentioned last week, the filing fee for Chapter 11 bankruptcies is set to increase in November.  Chapter 7 filing fees are currently $306, and Chapter 13 filing fees are $281.  In nearly…
Rank this Week: 3577

Drunk Driving in Wisconsin

Drunk Driving in Wisconsin

Covers drunk driving laws, studies and surveys. By Tracey A. Wood.

http://drunkdrivinglawwi.blogspot.com/
  • Apr 4

    Drug Dog's Nose Violates 4th Amendment Right

    Drug Dog's Nose Violates 4th Amendment Right
    The Supreme Court issued its opinion in Florida v. Jardines today, holding that a dog sniff at the front door of a house where the police suspected drugs where being grown constitutes a search for purposes of the Fourth Amendment. …
  • Jan 27

    Is http://www.VanWagnerWood.com Authoritative?

    Is http://www.VanWagnerWood.com Authoritative?
    Is the VanWagnerWood.com website authoritative?We often receive phone calls from students asking if they can cite our website in their papers due to the tremendous volume of informative data and interpretations on it (most of the thanks for…
  • Sep 13

    Are BB Guns Firearms?

    Are BB Guns Firearms?
    Question: Is a BB gun a firearm for purposes of Wisconsin’s laws prohibiting possession of a firearm by a felon?Answer: A BB gun is not a firearm under Wisconsin laws.As well, air guns, spring guns and blow guns are not classified as…
Rank this Week: 3717

Wisconsin Workers' Compensation…

Wisconsin Workers' Compensation Experts

Covers trends and developments in workers’ compensation law, in Wisconsin and throughout the United States. By Domer Law.

http://www.wisworkcompexperts.com/
Rank this Week: 3912

Wisconsin-Consumer Blog

Wisconsin-Consumer Blog

Information for consumers on their legal rights in consumer and employment matters. By Gordon Leech.

http://wisconsin-consumer.com/
  • Feb 6

    How to Secure Your Credit Reports After Identity Theft under Wisconsin Law

    How to Secure Your Credit Reports After Identity Theft under Wisconsin Law
    If you are a Wisconsin resident and the victim of identity theft or fraud, you have the right to place Security Freeze on your consumer files with the 3 national consumer credit reporting agencies, Equifax, TransUnion and Experian. This makes…
  • Feb 6

    How to Secure Your Credit Reports After Identity Theft under Federal Law

    How to Secure Your Credit Reports After Identity Theft under Federal Law
    If you are the victim of identity theft or fraud, you have the right to place a fraud alert on your consumer files with the 3 national consumer credit reporting agencies, Equifax, TransUnion and Experian. This makes it harder for ……
  • Oct 29

    Getting Fired for Taking Time Off to Vote in Wisconsin

    Getting Fired for Taking Time Off to Vote in Wisconsin
    Can I take time off from work at my job to vote in Wisconsin without getting fired? Do you know the answer to that question? Take a look at our article, Time to Vote, Your Job and Your Rights in … Continue reading →The post…
Rank this Week: 4084

Job Matters Blog

Job Matters Blog

Provides information for employees and consumers on their legal rights in employment matters. By Gordon Leech.

http://jobmatters.info
  • Dec 21

    New Employee Protections in Wisconsin for Reporting Suspected Child Abuse

    New Employee Protections in Wisconsin for Reporting Suspected Child Abuse
    As of December 9, 2011, new changes in Wisconsin law provide greater protection to employees that report suspected child abuse. 2011 Wisconsin Act 81 enlarged both the scope of employees protected and the nature of adverse employment actions…
  • Oct 20

    Wisconsin Family Medical Leave Includes Domestic Partner

    Wisconsin Family Medical Leave Includes Domestic Partner
    As of June 29, 2009, the Wisconsin Family and Medical Leave Act (WFMLA) includes protecting employees that need leave for a domestic partner. The WFMLA is at sec. 103.10 of the Wisconsin Statutes. This law provides additional protections not…
  • Mar 22

    Verbal Complaint About Unpaid Overtime & Minimum Wages Are Protected by the Fair Labor Standards Act

    Verbal Complaint About Unpaid Overtime & Minimum Wages Are Protected by the Fair Labor Standards Act
    The U.S. Supreme Court decided that both verbal and written complaints by an employee about violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) are considered protected conduct under the anti-retaliation provisions of the law. These…
Rank this Week: 4097

Wisconsin Criminal Law

Wisconsin Criminal Law

Covers Wisconsin criminal laws and cases. By Christopher Van Wagner.

http://wisconsincriminallaw.blogspot.com/
  • Oct 26

    THE SCORN OF KIDDIE PORN, OR JUST AN INNOCENT MISTAKE, OFFICER?

    THE SCORN OF KIDDIE PORN, OR JUST AN INNOCENT MISTAKE, OFFICER?
    “THE SCORN OF KIDDIE PORN, OR JUST AN INNOCENT MISTAKE, OFFICER?”
  • Nov 4

    When can you pull the gun?

    When can you pull the gun?
    Caller: What is the definition of the word threatened? What does it mean? When can you pull the gun?If a person is carrying concealed, they will be more likely to use a gun to protect themselves.
  • Nov 4

    Carrying Concealed Weapon Law & Protecting Family, Home & Property

    Carrying Concealed Weapon Law & Protecting Family, Home & Property
    Caller: Can I use a gun to protect my family in my home and my property with the new CCW law?Let’s break that down into two questions. First, does the new concealed carry law allow you to protect your family in your home?
Rank this Week: 4313

N & L Blawg

N & L Blawg

Covers criminal and family law legal issues in Wisconsin. By Nelson & Lindquist S.C.

http://lawyersofwisconsin.com/
  • Feb 8

    When does “Harassment” get you a restraining order?

    When does “Harassment” get you a restraining order?
    Wisconsin has defined harassment in Wis. Stat. §813.125(1) as any of the following: “(a) Striking, shoving, kicking or otherwise subjecting another person to physical contact; engaging in an act that would constitute abuse under…
  • Sep 24

    Child Support, does is ever really get reviewed?

    Child Support, does is ever really get reviewed?
    Child support is like anything child related when it comes to the court, always susceptible for review. Child support is governed by Wisconsin Statute DCF 150. Once child support has been set, either parent can request review after three…
  • Sep 11

    There is always something…

    There is always something…
    It has been some time since I provided an updated Blog post. Why is that? I went so far as to schedule a time every two weeks on my calendar to set aside just so I can write this and provide just a little bit of information on our website and…
Rank this Week: 4481

Oconomowoc Law Blog

Oconomowoc Law Blog

Covers elder law and estate planning. By Swendson/Fey Law Ltd.

http://wisconsintrustsandwills.com/family/
  • Nov 6

    What and When Should You Tell Your Children About Their Inheritance?

    What and When Should You Tell Your Children About Their Inheritance?
    Not many parents like to talk to their children about their wealth.  How much money people have is usually considered a private matter, something it’s not polite to talk about, but not talking to children about how much they may inherit…
  • Oct 24

    Planning For Incapacity and Long-Term Care

    Planning For Incapacity and Long-Term Care
    With people living longer due to advances in medicine and changes in lifestyle, odds are that most of us will become disabled for some time before we die and may need long-term care.  Unfortunately, too few plan for an event that is more…
  • Oct 19

    Life Insurance: How Much and What Kind?

    Life Insurance: How Much and What Kind?
    Life insurance can be an affordable way to provide for our children, spouse, a sibling, aging parents and others if we should die while they are depending on us.  Life insurance proceeds can provide extra income to help pay ongoing household…
Rank this Week: 4449

Presumption of Innocence

Presumption of Innocence

Covers Wisconsin criminal and DUI laws. By the Birdsall Law Offices.

http://presumptionofinnocence.blogspot.com/
  • Feb 9

    A Wall of Justice....

    A Wall of Justice....
    Recently the court of appeals basically attacked former Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Joseph Wall in opinion vacating the sentence of Landry Harris on drug charges because, they said, his comments at sentencing were capable of being…
  • Jan 26

    Computer Kiddie Porn Acquital

    Computer Kiddie Porn Acquital
    I have just finished a very complicated (on one level) and simple (on another level) case involving kiddie porn that was found on a computer. The complicated part was challenging the fact that digital imaging technology is of such a…
  • Nov 3

    Prison for OWI's not the answer

    Prison for OWI's not the answer
    Apparently the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel has been purchased by the Mother's Against Drunk Drivers. For the last two weeks, the state's largest newspaper has run a series of very long articles detailing the tragedy of drunk driving -…
Rank this Week: 4446

PerryLieuallen.com

PerryLieuallen.com

Covers criminal defense issues.

http://ozaukeecountycriminaldefenselawyer.com/
  • Mar 6

    Judge temporarily stops new voter ID law

    Judge temporarily stops new voter ID law
    A Wisconsin judge on Tuesday granted a temporary injunction to groups trying to stop the state's controversial new voter identification law.
  • Feb 6

    Facebook After Death: What Should the Law Say?

    Facebook After Death: What Should the Law Say?
    When you die, your social media presence lives on. But should it? Lawmakers and lawyers are tackling the question of what should happen to your digital life after death. The Uniform Law Commission recently approved a study committee on…
  • Oct 31

    November 1st - Wisconsin is the 49th State to Allow People to Carry Concealed Weapon

    November 1st - Wisconsin is the 49th State to Allow People to Carry Concealed Weapon
    A concealed weapon may include a handgun, a knife (excluding switchblades), an electric weapon, or a billy club.Under the law, anyone who wants to carry a concealed weapon must obtain a permit from the Wisconsin Department of Justice.The…
Rank this Week: 4591

Not Guilty!

Not Guilty!

A forum for those who feel they have been blind-sided by the justice system and seek to defend their rights and their innocence. By Sydne French.

http://sfrenchlaw.blogspot.com/
  • May 29

    What will I get for a 3rd OWI?

    What will I get for a 3rd OWI?
    There is no short answer for this question. Sentencing of OWI cases depends upon many factors. There are sentencing guidelines in place, however, that judges follow when sentencing individuals for OWIs. The guidelines are different for each…
  • Feb 27

    What will I get for a 3rd OWI?

    What will I get for a 3rd OWI?
    There is no short answer for this question. Sentencing of OWI cases depends upon many factors. There are guidelines in place, however, that judges follow when sentencing individuals for OWIs. The guidelines are different for each county in…
  • Jan 1

    Is there a way to stop the DOT from suspending my license before my case is over?

    Is there a way to stop the DOT from suspending my license before my case is over?
    Possibly. If you have filed the Department of Transportation (DOT) form requesting an "administrative suspension review hearing" before the 10 day deadline, you or your lawyer will have a chance to cross examine the officer who arrested you…
Rank this Week: 4590

TechLawBlog

TechLawBlog

Covers technology, social media and intellectual property issues. By Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek.

http://www.whdlaw.com/Blog.aspx
  • Sep 18

    Is Your University’s Cloud Contract Compliant?

    Is Your University’s Cloud Contract Compliant?
    Reviewing and negotiating an IT contract on behalf of a university can be a daunting task. It requires a firm grasp of both technical and legal jargon. In addition, it requires an awareness of the institution’s obligations to comply with…
  • Jun 17

    Outsourcing Review: PCI Data Security Standards for Mobile Payment

    Outsourcing Review: PCI Data Security Standards for Mobile Payment
    The mobile payment industry is exploding and the framework of regulations governing mobile payments is evolving at a similar speed. Gartner, Inc.
  • Jun 11

    Outsourcing Review: 2012 Working Paper on Outsourcing IT to the Cloud

    Outsourcing Review: 2012 Working Paper on Outsourcing IT to the Cloud
    Companies continue to move IT operations to the cloud given the efficiencies and convenience offered by cloud environments. While the cloud is often seen as a practical technological and financial solution by CIOs and CFOs, it conversely…
Rank this Week: 4825

Wisconsin Estate Planning and Tax…

Wisconsin Estate Planning and Tax Law Blog

Commentary on estate planning, tax law, and elder law. By Nathan J. Dosch.

http://www.wisconsinestateandtaxblog.com/
  • Apr 12

    Upcoming Webinar: Estate Planning for Digital Asset

    Upcoming Webinar: Estate Planning for Digital Asset
    On Wednesday, April 20th at 11am (central) Digital Estate Planning, LLC is sponsoring 1.5 hour seminar titled, "Estate Planning for Digital Assets."  I will be presenting along with Attorney Joe Boucher from Neider & Boucher, S.C. and…
  • Apr 1

    Wisconsin Lawyer Article on Estate Planning for Digital Asset

    Wisconsin Lawyer Article on Estate Planning for Digital Asset
    I have been meaning to post a link and video from an article Attorney Joe Boucher and I were fortunate enough write for the Wisconsin Lawyer magazine in December 2010 titled, E-Legacy: Estate Planning for Digital Assets.  The State Bar of…
  • Jan 26

    IRS Wins S-Corp Compensation Case

    IRS Wins S-Corp Compensation Case
    The case, Watson, P.C. v.
Rank this Week: 4787

Background Matters Blog

Background Matters Blog

Covers background investigations and reports in consumer and employment matters. By Gordon Leech.

http://backgroundmatters.info
  • Oct 21

    Employer Use of Credit Reports in Hiring Under Review by State

    Employer Use of Credit Reports in Hiring Under Review by State
    The Wall Street Journal reports today, October 21, 2010, that the use of credit reports or credit histories of job applicants, "a common practice among employers– is coming under fire." Employer Credit Checks on Job Seekers Draw Scrutiny,…
  • Sep 1

    Questions to Ask When An Employer Fires or Terminates an Employee or Rejects an Applicant based on a Background Check

    Questions to Ask When An Employer Fires or Terminates an Employee or Rejects an Applicant based on a Background Check
    Here is what I typically look for in Background Investigation – Employment cases where an employer terminates an employee or refuses to consider or hire an applicant for employment based on a background check or credit report. The Fair…
  • May 3

    Gordon Leech quoted in Associated Press Article on Background Check

    Gordon Leech quoted in Associated Press Article on Background Check
    On April 30, 2010, Associated Press Reporter Todd Richmond interviewed Gordon Leech regarding a story he was investigating on Background Reports sold by Wisconsin’s Criminal Information Bureau. In the story he wrote, he quoted Attorney…
Rank this Week: 4831

Wisconsin Family Lawyer Blog

Wisconsin Family Lawyer Blog

Covers child placement, property division and other family law issues. By Wessel, Lehker & Fumelle Inc.

http://www.wisconsinfamilylawyerblog.com/
  • Mar 25

    MORE ON CONCEALING INCOME

    MORE ON CONCEALING INCOME
    Late last year we blogged about our continuing efforts to uncover accurate income information for former spouses/partners despite their efforts to conceal their income or assets. The February 2013 Newsletter from Tracy Coenen and Sequence…
  • Oct 12

    COOPERATION/COMMUNICATION WITH YOUR ATTORNEY

    COOPERATION/COMMUNICATION WITH YOUR ATTORNEY
    Throughout your legal representation, it is imperative that you respond to your attorney in a timely manner when information is requested. Most often a hearing date is coming up and we must adhere to court deadlines to exchange documentation…
  • Sep 19

    CONCEALING INCOME

    CONCEALING INCOME
    About once a year here at Wessel, Lehker & Fumelle we encounter an opposing party who is intent on hiding income. A party's income, of course, is highly relevant information for purposes of setting maintenance (alimony), establishing child…
Rank this Week: 4926

Divorce in Wisconsin

Divorce in Wisconsin

Covers divorce and family law issues in Wisconsin. By Lakeland Law Firm.

http://divorceinwisconsin.blogspot.com/
  • Nov 14

    Waukesha County Specific Rule Change

    Waukesha County Specific Rule Change
    Normally, I try to make blog postings Wisconsin specific, not county specific. However, there has been a rule change in Waukesha County that will effect anyone paying or receiving child support under a Waukesha County order. If your child…
  • Sep 16

    Recommended Read

    Recommended Read
    For anyone looking for information about the impact divorce or legal separation on children of various ages, I recommend a book by Marc J. Ackerman titled Does Wednesday Mean Mom's House or Dad's? (ISBN 978-0-470-12753-7). Less than 250…
  • Jan 31

    Non-Divorce

    Non-Divorce
    With this recession has come a variety of articles about the non-divorce or roommate living arrangement between spouses. Whatever you call it, staying together because you cannot afford to live in two households can work. However, there are…
Rank this Week: 4886