Property division in divorce is one of the most contentious parts of the split itself. Especially for couples that do not have to worry about children, it is often the biggest source of stress. How do properties get divided in divorce in the first place? What should...
Even happy and cooperative couples have difficulties making decisions about child-rearing. When a couple decides to split, creating an agreeable custody plan may seem impossible. When both parents keep the children's interests in mind and think practically, they may...
When Wisconsin residents reach the age of retirement, whether they qualify for Social Security retirement benefits depends on how long they worked in a professional role where they paid into the nation’s Social Security system. Many people stop working (and therefore,...
During a Wisconsin traffic stop, the law enforcement officer who pulls your car over may ask if he or she may look through it. Unless certain circumstances exist, you maintain the right to refuse the request to search your vehicle, so it pays to know when you do and...
If you and your spouse have decided that it is time for divorce, you may be preparing the divorce papers and talking about final signatures. Even though you have both agreed, there is still a chance that your ex might refuse to sign the papers. What are your options...
Wisconsin developed its sex offender registry in 1997. The log keeps information about people with sex offense convictions within the state. For some offenders, it is mandatory to provide your personal details to go into the registry. The data is available to the...
Divorce is one of life's most difficult challenges, regardless of how old you are when it happens. When people think about divorce, they tend to think of younger couples rather than those who may have lived most of their lives together. Nowadays, more people are...
In the United States, everyone has a right to a reasonable level of freedom as long as that freedom does not infringe on the rights of another. To protect a person's well-being and sense of security, the State of Wisconsin has an arrangement for filing restraining...
Child custody, placement and support are important concerns for divorcing parents. A common misconception is that parents with 50-50 custody do not have to pay child support. However, courts generally base child support on the often conflated placement instead of...
If you and your spouse are facing divorce, property division will be the next major hurdle for you to clear. Your family business will likely be the focus of property division and there are three options for you to consider in determining its fate. Put it on the...
