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Infographic shows how often coworkers report misconduct

The National Business Ethics Survey reveals how often co-workers report misconduct & what types of misconduct are commonly reported. It also shows many questionable ethical actions are considered OK Read More »


Q&A: As a nonprofit board member, can I be held liable?

As a board member, am I liable for the organization’s debts? Read More »


Understanding the process of small claims court

A basic guide to Wisconsin small claims court. Read More »


Billing disputes: tips for consumers

Communicating with the business should be your first step in any billing dispute. Read More »


Overtime pay: do I have to take comp time instead?

Is my employer violating the law in refusing overtime pay for my work beyond eight hours a day or 40 a week? Read More »


Consent forms: do I give up all my legal rights by signing

With the new school year, I'm getting bombarded with parental consent and release forms.  Read More »


Even the best students can face truancy issues

It’s not uncommon for any student to experience truancy issues—even those earning straight-As Read More »


Legal dilemma: Divorcing spouses disagree on child's religion

My ex and I disagree on our child’s religion. If we leave it up to the court, how will it make a decision? Read More »


Unemployment compensation: do I qualify?

I told one of my co-workers what I thought of our supervisor. The supervisor overheard me and fired me. Can I get unemployment benefits? Read More »


Divorce and property division: a house divided

Even if you are the primary wage earner in your marriage or the spouse who brought more to the marriage, you can expect assets—and debts—to be divided in a divorce. Read More »


Bullying: when should you call law enforcement?

The time to call police or a lawyer is when a student’s action has crossed a line — perhaps into something physical or truly threatening. If you do not receive appropriate action at school, you might then call police or hire a lawyer Read More »


7 signs someone is embezzling from your company

It's an unfortunate reality that employers need to vigilantly safeguard their assets from those they must trust the most: their own employees. Read More »


Estate planning eases headaches and heartaches for survivors

While you may not have a fortune to bequeath, most people have at least some assets to leave behind. Read More »


Personnel records: What should you keep?

Under Wisconsin law, employers don’t have to keep individual personnel files, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't keep at least some information. Read More »


Prenuptial agreements can be smart estate planning tools

The rising number of second and subsequent marriages combined with the rising age of first-time brides and grooms means more people are bringing more assets and children into marriages than ever before. Read More »