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Landlords and liability

Under law, landlords may be held civilly responsible for injuries or harm from criminal behavior that happens on a rental property, apartment or rented home Read More »


Three questions with Marilyn Heinz

Marilyn Heinz is the first face you see when you walk into Johns, Flaherty & Collins, SC. Her title is receptionist, but she's so much more, including director of fun Read More »


Injured at work, what should I do?

If you get injured at work and don't think you can continue at your job, it's essential to know your rights. Read More »


Animal welfare laws in Wisconsin

Because Wisconsin has an abundance of wildlife as well as domestic pets and livestock, animal welfare laws are in place for each. Read More »


Students face academic — and legal — consequences when plagiarizing

The wealth of information on the internet makes it easier than ever to become better informed — or at least appear to be. Read More »


Frequently asked questions about marijuana laws in Wisconsin

Wisconsin is flanked by states that have legalized marijuana to some degree. Here's where marijuana laws stand in Wisconsin. Read More »


Legal requirements for marriage in Wisconsin

While weddings seem all about love,  they're about the law too. Here are the legal requirements for marriage in Wisconsin.  Read More »


In the case of neighbors vs. trees

Neighbor's branches in your yard? Wondering who's responsible for trees on the property line? Trees lead to disagreements between neighbors Read More »


Keith Belzer joins Johns, Flaherty & Collins law firm

Criminal defense attorney Keith R. Belzer has joined the Johns, Flaherty & Collins, SC, law firm. Belzer has been... Read More »


Looking to rent vacation space on Airbnb? Here's what you need to know on the legal side

Property owners & tenants are renting their apartments, homes & other spaces to people in need of lodging. Before you book consider these legal issues Read More »


Understanding workers' compensation in Wisconsin

If your health care provider says you need more treatment and your employer denies your workers' comp, knowing your legal rights is essential Read More »


An employer's guide to unemployment tax

In its most basic form, unemployment insurance works much the same way as private insurance policies — except it's actually a tax. Read More »


5 most commonly broken laws in Wisconsin and the U.S. 

When it comes to breaking the rules, we have a lot in common. 5 most commonly broken laws in Wisconsin and the U.S. Read More »


Citizen's arrest: What you should know

Citizen's arrests have been getting a lot of attention lately — and causing some devastating problems. Read More »


Service Dogs Nothing to Sniff At [INFOGRAPHIC]

Want to know the difference between service animals and emotional support animals? How about signs of a true service animal? Or laws to protect service dogs? This infographic has answers. Read More »