Oshkosh, Wisconsin Law Blog
What factors go into the best interests of the child?
As you work through child custody struggles, the biggest deciding factor for what arrangement works is what is best for the child. Knowing what factors determine the best social and emotional interests of the child can help you in court. Familial factors According to...
What are some warning signs that a dog may bite?
If sufficiently provoked, any dog has the potential to bite. The size of the dog does not matter, nor does its breed. Fortunately, in many situations, a dog will send warning signs that it is about to bite. You may be able to protect yourself and your family if you...
Wisconsin sees jump in pedestrian fatalities
Pedestrians naturally experience a greater level of risk in a collision with a vehicle than a driver or others in the vehicle due to the lack of protection around them. That, however, should not make it acceptable for the number of pedestrian deaths to increase when...
Child custody: Fact or fiction?
Deciding to end a marriage is not easy. Wisconsin residents usually talk to their friends and family members before finalizing their plans and end up getting a lot of advice, both solicited and unsolicited, especially if there are children involved. What one hears can...
Different methods of dividing a home during divorce
Dividing a family home during divorce can be overwhelming. For this reason, it can be helpful for divorcing couples to be able to think about what they would like to do ahead of time which makes it useful to learn in advance about a few different options they may have...
Two women charged with battery of Wisconsin state Senator
Two Wisconsin women, one a high school social worker and the other a physical therapist, are facing felony battery charges. The women were involved in a protest which turned violent outside the state Capitol. Senate Democrat was outside the Capitol allegedly filming...
Is it worth it to stay together for the kids?
Parents in the Oshkosh area who are in an unhappy marriage may worry about the effect a divorce will have on their children. This could lead to the decision to “stay together for the kids,” even though they may rather part ways. However, there are some ways that...
Court ruling could benefit OWI/DUI defense with blood samples
In Wisconsin when there is a law enforcement investigation to determine if a driver is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the evidence is a critical factor in the outcome of the case. For operating while intoxicated or driving under the influence, drivers can...
Establishing negligence in Wisconsin MVA suits
Many Wisconsin car accidents occur due to the negligence of one or both drivers. If you were involved in an accident, you may be able to recover damages to cover medical expenses and other accident-related costs by filing a negligence claim against the other driver....
Property division in a Wisconsin divorce
If you and your spouse have decided to get a divorce, you may be wondering how your property and assets will be divided. Wisconsin is one of nine states that follow community property laws to divide up marital property in a divorce. Under these laws, the court will...
