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Business valuation: half art, half science

Knowing you've gotten the most possible from your years of investment and hard work is as difficult as being certain you got highest possible dollar value for your home. Read More »


Funerals and burials: law provides choice

If you'd rather have someone other than next of kin make your funeral and burial arrangements, you can do so in Wisconsin through a law called Authorization for Final Disposition. Read More »


Estate planning: how do I discuss it with my aging parents?

Whether 80 or 18, every adult should have at least one or two documents. Read More »


Wills and powers of attorney: can I mark changes on original document?

Can I just line out the previous name of my personal representative, print the new name and initial it for the change to be viewed as a legal and binding change? Read More »


Q&A: Can I do estate planning without an attorney?

My spouse and I are getting our estate planning started this year. I have some friends who did it on their own, and I’m wondering if I can too or if I should use a lawyer Read More »


Custody decisions must focus on children

When either married or unmarried couples with children separate, their chief concern typically is their children. Read More »


Step-by-Step Guide to Divorce

Understanding the steps involved in divorce can help you feel a bit more comfortable knowing what to expect during an emotionally taxing process. Read More »


Auto accident: do I need an attorney?

I was in a car accident and have whiplash & a broken arm. It was the other driver’s fault and I have his insurance info. Is that enough or do I need a lawyer? Read More »


Do we have to repay financial gift?

A relative gifted us money. Now she says we mismanaged it and told us to get a good lawyer. Read More »


Do's and don'ts after a car accident

Did you know that on average in Wisconsin, there's an auto accident every four minutes? Read More »


Resume fraud more common than one might think

Employers always need to be aware of the potential for resume fraud.  Read More »


Succession planning: turning your company over to the next generation

Your business is going well and even includes two of your six kids in its management. What will happen when you decide to retire or die? Read More »


Auto accidents: do's and don'ts

What should you do first after an automobile accident?  Read More »


Respect the rodents and defer to the dairy: scary laws in Wisconsin and beyond

Laws are written to protect the rights of citizens. Sometimes local ordinances can get pretty specific and a little weird. Read More »


Corporate integrity: maintaining separate corporate identity protects officers, owners

Maintaining a separate corporate identity is key to protecting officers and owners from personal liability for the acts or debts of the business.  Read More »