Starting a small business in Wisconsin can be challenging, but if successful, it can be incredibly rewarding. In order to get to the point where a business can be called a success, there are a lot of factors that budding entrepreneurs need to consider. Forbes advises...
Month: February 2020
How does Wisconsin determine child custody?
If you have children with your spouse and are considering a split, custody is likely your foremost concern. Wisconsin laws use the terms custody and placement to define a family's parenting arrangement after divorce. Learn how the state determines child custody to...
Are non-competes still enforceable after an acquisition?
Mergers and acquisitions create a lot of confusion and raise a lot of questions during the transition process. Much of that confusion centers around employment contracts of the existing employees of the target company and, more specifically, the clauses within them....
How and why to give your assets away to charity
There are many philanthropic causes to support all across Wisconsin. Ideally, people donate for altruistic reasons or even a desire to downsize and simplify their life. Another sensible reason is as part of an estate plan. This might be for tax purposes or simply to...
Issues concerning a grey divorce
Ending your marriage brings drastic changes to your life along with many new considerations. The term “grey divorce” has been recently coined to describe those couples in their senior years who have been married for several decades. If you are one, you should be aware...
Are drowsy drivers dangerous?
Wisconsin drivers must all share the road. Unfortunately, not every driver engages in safe behaviors and practices. Today we will take a look at drowsy drivers. These drivers put others at risk by getting behind the wheel without having enough sleep. They are...
How do you pick the right executor?
When Wisconsin residents work on your estate plan, select an executor as soon as possible. This person will oversee your estate after you pass on. Because of that, it is also important for them to be well-informed about your desires. HuffPost gives you a good look at...
When and where are bicycle crashes likely to occur?
Many people love riding their bicycles to get exercise while enjoying the outdoor scenery and pleasant weather. But bike riders also face the risk of a collision from inattentive motorists. All bicyclists do not face an equal risk of a deadly auto accident, however....
How do I set up a revocable living trust?
When you create your estate plan, you have a range of options for what to do with your assets. One option is a revocable living trust. The State Bar of Wisconsin explains this is a document that establishes the responsibility of another person to manage the assets...
What are the types of distracted driving?
Most people associate distracted driving with using a cell phone when behind the wheel, but it actually can happen in a variety of ways. In fact, distracted driving has been an issue long before cell phones went mainstream. Anything that takes your focus away from...