Operating while intoxicated (OWI) is a serious criminal offense, regardless of whether you have a prior history of convictions. Consequences of an OWI conviction include fines, driver’s license revocation, and a lasting criminal record, even for first-time offenders. However, the consequences can become much more severe if you are facing OWI charges a second, third, or subsequent […]
Are Wisconsin Drug Offenders Eligible for Pretrial Diversion?
/in Drug Crimes/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPThe circumstances leading to criminal charges for drug possession can be complicated, and in many cases, they involve a history of substance abuse on the part of the alleged offender. The State of Wisconsin recognizes that treatment, education, and rehabilitation are often more effective responses to drug offenses than a harsh prison sentence. As such, the state allows a […]
What Are the Requirements of a Wisconsin Spousal Maintenance Order?
/in Divorce/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPIn a Wisconsin divorce, spousal maintenance or alimony is sometimes ordered to provide support for a spouse who is likely to have difficulty providing for themself without their former partner’s income, perhaps due to their health, childcare responsibilities, or lack of education and work experience. When maintenance is ordered, the paying spouse has an important legal responsibility to […]
How Do Penalties Change for Repeat OWI Offenses?
/in DUI / OWI/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPOperating while intoxicated (OWI) is a serious criminal offense, regardless of whether you have a prior history of convictions. Consequences of an OWI conviction include fines, driver’s license revocation, and a lasting criminal record, even for first-time offenders. However, the consequences can become much more severe if you are facing OWI charges a second, third, or subsequent […]
How Can I Receive Compensation After a Wisconsin Hit-and-Run Accident?
/in Car Accidents/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPRecovering fair compensation for car accident injuries is often challenging, as negligent drivers may attempt to deny their fault, and insurance companies may seek to keep payouts to a minimum. Hit-and-run accidents add another layer to these challenges, making it difficult to know whom you can even file a claim against. However, with the help of a personal […]
How Can I Enforce a Wisconsin Child Custody Order?
/in Family Law/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPWhen a couple with children chooses to get a divorce in Wisconsin, one of the most important issues that must be resolved is the children’s custody and physical placement. Physical placement decisions are often complicated and emotionally charged, and they require the consideration of many different factors, including the children’s needs and best interests, the wishes of the […]
Can I Take Legal Action Against My Loved One’s Estate Personal Representative?
/in Estate Planning/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPIf you have recently lost a loved one and expect to inherit from his or her estate, you will most likely be impacted by the process of probate, during which the estate is settled and assets are distributed to the deceased’s heirs and beneficiaries. One of the most important figures during the probate process is the […]
When Can a Drug Charge Go Beyond Possession in Wisconsin?
/in Drug Crimes/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPA large portion of drug-related arrests and convictions in Wisconsin involve the crime of drug possession. The penalties for a first offense of possession of a controlled substance are relatively minor, typically including a fine between $1,000 and $5,000 and jail time of six months to one year, depending on the type of drug. However, […]
Recovering Compensation for a Rear-End Crash Involving Tailgating
/in Car Accidents/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPTailgating, or following another vehicle at an unsafe distance, has been an unfortunately common occurrence on the road for decades. Whether it is due to a driver’s inexperience, carelessness, or aggressive behavior, the results can be dangerous, especially when it is coupled with other risky actions. If you have been injured in a car accident involving tailgating, […]
Addressing Breaches of Contract in a Real Estate Purchase Agreement
/in Real Estate/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPWhen homebuyers and sellers sign a real estate purchase agreement, they enter into a legally binding contract, the terms of which both parties are expected to uphold. Many real estate transactions are completed without issue, but if you find yourself in a situation in which the other party has failed to follow through on the agreement, you […]
Challenges When Dividing the Marital Home in a Wisconsin Divorce
/in Divorce/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPWhen a couple decides to get a divorce in Wisconsin, they will need to prepare to divide all of their marital property. For many couples, the marital home is both the most valuable and the most difficult asset to divide. As you face the challenge of dividing your home, you should be aware of your options under Wisconsin […]