Nationally, COVID-19 deaths in nursing homes have exceeded 20,000. Faced with a potential flood of lawsuits, states are granting emergency protections from claims of inadequate care. In Wisconsin, health care providers have been granted immunity from civil liability, with certain exceptions, for injuries, deaths, or other types of damages resulting from their services during the COVID-19 […]
Protecting Yourself From Pandemic Fraudsters
/in Consumer Law/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPBy Ray Dall’Osto The federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) requires each of the nationwide credit reporting companies — Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion — to provide individuals with a free copy of their credit report, at their request, once every 12 months. The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act of March 2020 also gives […]
Nursing Home Lawsuits Resulting from the COVID-19 Outbreak
/in Personal Injury/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPNationally, COVID-19 deaths in nursing homes have exceeded 20,000. Faced with a potential flood of lawsuits, states are granting emergency protections from claims of inadequate care. In Wisconsin, health care providers have been granted immunity from civil liability, with certain exceptions, for injuries, deaths, or other types of damages resulting from their services during the COVID-19 […]
Interpreting Contract Provisions During The COVID-19 Outbreak
/in Business Law/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPThe impact of the COVID-19 outbreak continues to escalate each day. Issues continue to arise both due to the outbreak itself and as a result of our response to it. We will continue to monitor the legal implications of the pandemic and help address legal and practical issues that may arise during this challenging time. […]
What Administrative Rules are Suspended for Nurses in Wisconsin?
/in Medical License Defense/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPBy Attorney Kristen Nelson Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a nursing shortage in Wisconsin. Now, that shortage is reaching a critical level. The State of Wisconsin and Governor Tony Evers have taken an “all hands-on deck” approach. On Friday, March 27, 2020, Governor Evers Issued Emergency Order #16, relating to certain health care providers […]
What Does Governor Evers’ Order Mean for Out-of-State Health Care Professionals Currently Living in Wisconsin?
/in Professional Licensing Defense/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPBy Attorney Kristen Nelson On Friday, March 27, 2020, Governor Tony Evers Issued Emergency Order #16, relating to certain health care providers and the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS). The Order applies to all heath care providers in various licensing situations. The purpose of the order is to increase the availability of health care […]
How Will the Coronavirus Affect Business Law and Civil Litigation?
/in Business Law/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPCourts in each county, as well as the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin, have responded differently to COVID-19 by implementing a variety of measures that are affecting existing and contemplated civil litigation matters. We are continuing to monitor these announcements and are committed to providing you with the most up-to-date information as it becomes available. Most […]
How Is Physical Placement of Children Determined During Divorce?
/in Divorce/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPWhen parents get divorced, they will need to determine where their children will primarily live and the amount of time they will spend with each parent. In Wisconsin, this is known as physical placement. Parents may be able to reach an agreement in these matters as part of their divorce settlement, or these and other child custody issues […]
Staying Professionally Healthy During the Coronavirus
/in Professional Licensing Defense/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPBy Attorney Kristen Nelson Over the past week, we have entered unprecedented times. Daily, new Coronavirus cases are confirmed, and the death toll continues to rise. Social distancing has become the norm, and it is now considered the polite thing to do. It is easy during these unsettling times to want to bend the rules. However, […]
When Is Theft a Felony Offense in Wisconsin?
/in Criminal Defense/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPBy Attorney Nicole Masnica As you can imagine, taking another’s property without permission is a crime in Wisconsin – one that can be prosecuted as a municipal citation or criminal charge. The state’s statutory scheme that controls property crimes is Chapter 943. Within that section of the criminal statutes, you will find a variety of crimes, […]
How Should I Respond to Accusations of Child Abuse?
/in Criminal Defense/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPBy Attorney Nicole Masnica Whether they are legitimate or not, accusations of child neglect or abuse occur every day. Being accused of harming a child can ruin lives and tear friends and families apart. It is not unusual for tempers to rise in high-pressure situations like a contentious divorce or a child custody dispute, and sometimes, one parent may accuse […]