Breathalyzer tests are used to measure the level of alcohol in someone's breath. They're often used in traffic stops when someone is suspected of driving under the influence. They are a useful tool in helping keep roads safe, and they've been used since the 1950s. In...
In most child custody cases, one parent pays child support to the other parent. When child support goes unpaid, a parent may wonder how that impacts visitation. Parents may wonder if Wisconsin law allows a parent to withhold visitation because the other parent is late...
Going through a divorce can be incredibly difficult both mentally and emotionally. It's easy to throw up your hands and let your ex take everything that he or she wants in order to end the process quickly. However, there are some steps that you should take to get the...
If you have an extended restraining order that has been issued against you in Wisconsin, you have the right to file an appeal with the district court. You may want to modify or the order if you believe it's too broad or is a burden. You may be at risk of losing your...
Filing a restraining order in Wisconsin could help you protect yourself and your family from an abusive partner. While the individual could still make contact with you, a restraining order makes it illegal to do so. You could even report the breach to the police and...
During a child custody case, some parents in Wisconsin try to save money by representing themselves in court instead of hiring an attorney. This might save you money in the short term, but it could have a significant impact on the outcome of the case and your...
A DUI in Wisconsin gets taken seriously by the courts although the penalties vary by case. The arresting officer typically has to prove to the court the driver had a BAC of 0.08 or more while driving, which is the legal limit in most states. However, if the driver...
What do Wisconsin judges consider when determining spousal and child support obligations? Ultimately, rulings depend on case specifics. However, jural parties are bound to certain divorce dissolution guidelines. Income calculations for Wisconsin alimony and spousal...
Officers in Wisconsin have a new tool that they can use to identify illegal drugs. In the past, officers had to take a physical sample to figure out what they were dealing with. Now they can identify hundreds of illegal drugs in seconds. How does the new device work?...
Wisconsin couples who have made the decision to end their marriage at the beginning of the year are not alone. In fact, divorce filings rise in January of each year, resulting in lawyers calling it "divorce month." What is it about the new year? There are many reasons...
