Author: Mark Eisenberg

Responding to False Accusations of a Crime

Written by Mark Eisenberg on April 14, 2021. Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.

Exercise caution after you’ve been falsely accused of a crime Sometimes a fight or disagreement can get out of hand. In some cases, it goes beyond the heat of the moment into a false accusation against you. This can be frustrating, and can create real problems for you. If someone has accused you of something you didn’t do, respond carefully. If things escalate, it may be time to seek an attorney’s help. Talking to the Police Depending on what someone accuses you of...

Understanding Questions from Police at a Traffic Stop

Written by Mark Eisenberg on April 12, 2021. Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.

How you respond to police questions during a traffic stop could result in you incriminating yourself If you get pulled over, you will feel uncomfortable. The police officer who pulls you over knows this. Sometimes they intentionally intimidate you. Before you start answering them, remember that there is a reason for everything they ask you. Understanding the intent behind those questions can help you protect yourself and your legal rights. How Are You Doing? This feels completely innocuous....

Self-Defense Laws In Wisconsin | Common Self-Defense Tactics

Written by Mark Eisenberg on April 5, 2021. Posted in Blog.

Applying Self-Defense Laws in Wisconsin One of the most common defenses to assault, homicide, and violent crime in Wisconsin is self-defense. However, the self-defense laws do not provide blanket protection. A defendant must be able to prove that he or she had a genuine fear for their life or of suffering great bodily harm, and that was why they responded with deadly force. Courts and juries must take into account the specific circumstances surrounding the incident for self-defense to be justified....

Three Major Reasons Not to Share a Prescription

Written by Mark Eisenberg on March 19, 2021. Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.

Know the potential ramifications of sharing your medical prescription When you and your friend or family member take the same prescription or have the same medical condition, sharing a prescription may seem harmless. Maybe you’re stretching out a prescription before the next refill is allowed by your insurance company, or you’ve noticed that your friend’s anxiety level has gotten so bad that he might benefit from some of your anxiety medication. While well-intentioned, sharing...

Drivers Fleeing from Officers in Wisconsin

Written by Mark Eisenberg on March 15, 2021. Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.

You could face substantial penalties if you flee from an officer in Wisconsin No one ever wants to get pulled over. If you see a police car’s lights behind you, you still have to stop. If you do not, you will face penalties that depend not only on what you do, but on what happens next. To avoid significant penalties on top of your ticket, make sure you cooperate with the police on the road. Failure to Stop If a police officer tries to pull you over and you keep going, you face...