Motor vehicle collisions can be incredibly traumatic, resulting in serious, life-changing injuries such as broken bones, traumatic brain injury, or paralysis. However, even if someone does not suffer major trauma, a car accident can cause long-lasting harm that is not immediately evident. Soft tissue injuries can occur in minor collisions. Therefore, if you have been involved in […]
Summer Boating Safety and Accident Prevention
/in Personal Injury/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPDuring the hot summer months, spending time on the water is a great way to enjoy the outdoors while staying cool. However, the increased use of boats during the summer leads to a higher likelihood of boat accidents, which can result in serious injuries. The U.S. Coast Guard reported 4,291 boating accidents across the United […]
Wisconsin Real Estate Litigation: Common Home Buyer Disputes
/in Real Estate/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPBuying or selling a home can be a lengthy, complicated process, requiring both parties, their real estate agents, and their attorneys to meet a variety of legal and financial requirements. Unfortunately, disputes can arise in which a party fails to abide by the terms of the purchase contract, and real estate litigation may be necessary to resolve […]
Understanding Wisconsin’s Driver’s License Point System
/in Criminal Defense/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPAt some point in life, most people experience being pulled over by police or receiving a ticket for a traffic violation. While a traffic ticket can disrupt your life and affect your insurance rates, drivers may not worry too extensively about the consequences of these seemingly minor offenses. However, it is important to realize that each […]
What is Possession of a Controlled Substance in Wisconsin?
/in Drug Crimes/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPThe state of Wisconsin treats drug crimes very seriously. While drug distribution or trafficking can result in lengthy jail sentences or extensive fines, simply being in possession of an illegal drug (known as a controlled substance) can also lead to severe punishments. Those who are facing drug charges for possession should be sure to understand how Wisconsin […]
Drowsy Driving Can Lead to Dangerous Car Accidents
/in Personal Injury/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPMost people spend time on the road each day, and driving is such a habitual activity that the dangers are often forgotten. However, it is important to remember that anyone who gets behind the wheel has a duty to protect the safety of those who use the road. Unfortunately, drivers can neglect this duty and […]
Common Types of Soft Tissue Injuries After a Car Accident
/in Personal Injury/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPMotor vehicle collisions can be incredibly traumatic, resulting in serious, life-changing injuries such as broken bones, traumatic brain injury, or paralysis. However, even if someone does not suffer major trauma, a car accident can cause long-lasting harm that is not immediately evident. Soft tissue injuries can occur in minor collisions. Therefore, if you have been involved in […]
What Factors Are Considered in a Wisconsin Child Custody Case?
/in Family Law/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPDuring a divorce, disputes about how parents will divide responsibility for their children and where children will live can be highly contentious. When divorcing parents in Wisconsin are working to make decisions about their children, it is important to understand how the state’s child custody laws affect these matters. Legal Custody and Physical Placement Wisconsin law divides […]
Wisconsin Laws and Policies for Juvenile Offenders Charged As Adults
/in Drug Crimes/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPBeing arrested and charged with a crime is a serious matter for any person; however criminal charges are especially concerning for juvenile and young offenders and their families. Wisconsin’s juvenile justice system is complex. Therefore, it is important to understand the consequences that minors may face, especially if the charges are serious enough for the juvenile to […]
Wisconsin Drug Trafficking Laws and Consequences
/in Drug Crimes/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPby Ray Dall’Osto & Steven McGaver While criminal charges can result in serious consequences, those who are arrested and charged with drug crimes, particularly those involving opioids and distribution, will face zealous prosecution and a significantly greater risk of incarceration. Charges related to the possession of controlled substances are serious, but accusations of drug trafficking (sale […]
What is Considered Healthcare Fraud?
/in Criminal Defense/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPHealthcare is one of the largest industries in the United States with billions of health insurance claims being processed every year and trillions of dollars spent on medical care. The massive size of this industry and the complexity of insurance coverage and billing methods has led to prevalent abuse of the system as people and […]