Preventing common workplace injuries
Workplace accidents are fairly commonplace in Wisconsin, and along with the physical pain from injuries, there is often a financial cost for workers and employers. Fortunately, there are several steps individuals may take to reduce the risk of sustaining an injury at...
How many types of felonies are there?
Most people are aware that in Wisconsin, like with every other state in the Union, there are felony offenses and misdemeanor offenses, and that felonies are more serious than misdemeanors. However, many people are not aware that the distinctions go beyond that. For...
Helping you secure workers’ comp following a workplace injury
Workers across Wisconsin rely on their job to maintain their standard of living. Because most people work to pay for basic living needs, when a worker is no longer able to work temporarily or permanently because of a workplace injury, this could be problematic. A...
How many demerit points are common traffic violations worth?
In Wisconsin, you can have demerit points added to your driving record each time you are convicted of a moving-traffic violation. The number of points you have can affect the severity of the punishment you may receive. If you accumulate 12 or more points, your driving...
Is it a drug offense to possess cough syrup?
Many people in Wisconsin have heard of the phrase "controlled substance" in the context of drug crimes. However, they may not know exactly what a controlled substance is. Sometimes, items that may seem innocuous can be considered a controlled substance under the right...
Criminalizing first-time OWI in Wisconsin has a high price tag
Summer is still in swing in Wisconsin, and we still have several weeks before Labor Day weekend officially ends the summer season. That means there is still time for cook-outs, days at the lake and festivals. Alcohol is served at many of these events, and most people...
When injured on the job, can you see your own doctor?
Sometimes, the anxiety of having been injured on the job can be as uncomfortable the physical pain. You may worry you’ll lose your job or get cheated out of rights or money you’re owed, or you may just feel embarrassed. Let’s make it a bit easier...
Wisconsin teens at risk for summer job injuries
Whether they are flipping burgers, checking out groceries or working at a beach or pool, having a summer job is a right of passage for many teenagers in Wisconsin. However, just like adults, teens can be injured on-the-job. The following are some common workplace...
U.S. Supreme Court weighs in on DWI blood draw case
A Wisconsin case regarding blood draws from suspected drunk drivers that made it all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court has recent been ruled on. The Fourth Amendment generally mandates that officers who want to have a motorist's blood drawn must receive a warrant...
What types of expenses are covered by workers’ comp?
Maintaining a job is important for residents in Wisconsin. Most cannot pay their bills without a steady income. Thus, when one becomes injured or is diagnosed with a medical condition, this can make work problematic. If an employee is unable to complete their work or...
