At first glance, the term larceny (theft) might seem pretty straightforward. However, under Wisconsin state law, there are a number of actions that could constitute charges of theft. It is important to understand these statutes, and their definitions, when facing such charges. You may also find it beneficial to know what the consequences may be, should you […]
What Constitutes Theft or Larceny Charges in Wisconsin?
/in Theft/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPAt first glance, the term larceny (theft) might seem pretty straightforward. However, under Wisconsin state law, there are a number of actions that could constitute charges of theft. It is important to understand these statutes, and their definitions, when facing such charges. You may also find it beneficial to know what the consequences may be, should you […]
Five Things to Know…About Your Civil Appeal in Wisconsin
/in Appeals/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPBy: Kathryn A. Keppel Do you think your civil case is appropriate for a civil appeal. Here are five things to think about before you file in the State of Wisconsin. 1. Not every order is appealable – You cannot appeal until there is a “final” order or judgment in your case. To be final, an […]
Frank Gimbel Weighs In on Apple vs. Samsung Case – Fox6 Legal Matters
/in Commercial Litigation/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPThere is a real battle brewing between tech giants Apple and Samsung with regard to new advances in both Smartphone and tablet technologies. As Gimbel points out, this intellectual property fight is taking place simultaneously in 80 cases, 10 countries and four continents. It will be interesting to see how it plays out in the […]
Concealed Weapon Law in Wisconsin
/in Weapons Law/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPWisconsin passed Act 35, a concealed weapon statute, in 2011. The statute makes provisions for Wisconsin residents to carry concealed weapons under certain circumstances. If you are not eligible to do so and are caught with a concealed weapon, you face serious criminal penalties and fines, so it is important to be familiar with the provisions of […]
Straw Purchasers of Firearms Face Serious Charges
/in Weapons Law/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPThe recent decision against a Milwaukee gun store in the shooting of two Milwaukee police officers has brought the issue of straw purchases of firearms to the forefront. A straw purchase occurs when somebody purchases a firearm for another person while pretending to purchase it for personal use. This crime is being prosecuted more vigorously as of […]
How to Avoid Probate
/in Estate Planning/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPBy Attorney Denis Regan Sorting through the sometimes murky waters of an estate after a loved one has passed away can be a difficult and confusing proposition. Add to this the potential of going through a long probate battle and it can become doubly challenging. The mere mention of the word probate can strike fear into the hearts […]
National Estate Planning Awareness Week, October 19-25, 2015
/in Estate Planning/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPIn 2008, Congress passed a resolution proclaiming the third week in October as National Estate Planning Awareness Week. The resolution noted that “Many Americans are unaware that lack of estate planning and financial illiteracy may cause their assets to be disposed of to unintended parties by default through the complex process of probate.” It is estimated that […]
Wisconsin Businesses and Retailers Should Assess the Importance of Walgreens Decision in Pursuing Tax Refund Actions
/in Business Law/by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLPThe Wisconsin Supreme Court has paved the way for many Milwaukee businesses and retailers to take advantage of a number of benefits associated with the sale-leaseback transaction and business model. In Walgreen Co., v. City of Madison, 2008 WI 80, the Court made two major rulings: 1) the assessor was required to determine the value of leased […]