By Attorney Tom Brown When a business faces accusations of healthcare fraud, this can have a massive impact on its bottom line, since in addition to facing fines and other consequences related to criminal charges, its reputation in the community is also likely to suffer. This type of fraud can affect consumers, providers, and insurers, and it […]
Who Is Responsible for Injuries in a Wisconsin Boating Accident?
/in Personal Injury/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPSpending time on the water is a common pastime in Wisconsin because of the many bodies of water throughout our state. The most common way to do this is on jet skis and other types of motorboats. Since summer is such a popular time for visitors and owners of vacation homes to visit Wisconsin, the state’s […]
Can I Receive Compensation for Injuries on an Electric Scooter?
/in Bicycle Accidents/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPElectric scooters (also known as e-scooters) are a form of transportation that is becoming more and more popular in cities across the United States. While these types of scooters are not new, the business behind them has changed. Companies such as Bird have begun offering rentable electric scooters that are placed on the side of […]
Governor Evers Fulfills Campaign Promise, Recreating the Pardons Board
/in Criminal Defense/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPOne of recently elected Governor Evers’ campaign promises was to address pardons in the state of Wisconsin. A pardon is similar to an expungement in that it grants a second chance to individuals who have been convicted of a crime. Having a record expunged removes the offense completely from a person’s criminal record. Pardons do not have […]
What Steps Are Followed When Litigating a Civil Lawsuit?
/in Commercial Litigation/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPCivil litigation is the legal term for a conflict being settled in court. These conflicts can be between two or more parties, and they typically involve business deals and/or monetary disputes. If the parties, also known as the plaintiff and the defendant, cannot come to an agreement themselves, they will take the case to court to […]
Criminal Justice Reform Bill Could Change Wisconsin Expungement Laws
/in Criminal Defense/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPUnder Wisconsin law, expungement means “to strike or obliterate from the record all references to the defendant’s name and identity.” In other words, this removes a person’s criminal past from their record. The purpose of this is to give individuals a second chance. A criminal record can follow someone for the rest of their life, especially since […]
What Is Healthcare Fraud?
/in White Collar Crimes/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPBy Attorney Tom Brown When a business faces accusations of healthcare fraud, this can have a massive impact on its bottom line, since in addition to facing fines and other consequences related to criminal charges, its reputation in the community is also likely to suffer. This type of fraud can affect consumers, providers, and insurers, and it […]
What Are the Benefits of a Special Needs Trust?
/in Estate Planning/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPBy Attorney Denis Regan All parents hope that their children will be safe and happy throughout their lifetime. This concern can be a serious stressor for parents of special needs children. While some individuals with special needs can live a fully functioning life, many struggle to do everyday things without the help of another adult. Parents […]
What Remedies Are Available in a Breach of Contract Case?
/in Commercial Litigation/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPBy Law Clerk Nathan Froemming Contracts are important for any business, and if the terms of a contract are not followed, this can have a significant impact on a company’s bottom line. If a party is not meeting their contractual obligations, you might wonder what options you have. In a breach of contract case, you may be […]
How Accurate Is a Breathalyzer Test During an OWI Traffic Stop?
/in DUI / OWI/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPIn Wisconsin, refusing a breathalyzer test after being arrested for suspected drunk driving can result in the suspension of your driver’s license. However, what many people do not know is that a roadside blood alcohol content (BAC) test is voluntary. Due to the danger of license suspension, many people submit to a breathalyzer test and live with […]
Who Is at Fault When a Car Accident Occurs in a Construction Zone?
/in Car Accidents/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPYou may be driving on a road in a place where you travel all the time, when suddenly the road changes in some way due to construction. Construction zones pose significant risks to motorists, because they can unpredictably change a road, and drivers may be unsure about the proper ways to navigate these changes. In […]