Author: Mark Eisenberg

Know what a plea bargain does and the benefits to you before accepting a plea bargain in Wisconsin An arrest always creates anxiety. You have to face the police, and you may go to jail. Unlike in a civil lawsuit, you also deal with a system that works quickly, moving from arrest to arraignment to trial before you really know what is happening. As it happens, you may be offered a plea bargain. This often represents a break from the punishment that might otherwise await. Before you accept, though,...

Why Your Criminal Defense Attorney Should Pay Attention To Social Media Social media has changed the way we communicate, stay in touch, and share information. This is true whether you’re in Madison, WI, or Miami, FL, or halfway around the world. Platforms like Facebook and Twitter have become influential news sources, and apps like Snapchat and Instagram broadcast the visuals of millions of lives every day. Not only has the general public embraced these platforms as a source of information,...

You would think that doing your job and being as honest as possible about any transactions you make would protect you from accusations of embezzlement. However, if your employer has discovered that money is missing and may have been embezzled, then the company is going to do whatever it can to investigate — and that means treating you as a suspect if there appears to be any connection between you and the money. Your treatment during these investigations could be the key to getting those...

When you think of burglary, you likely conjure images of jewelry thieves cutting into glass cases at night. While burglary is often related to theft, it doesn’t have to be. It refers instead to unlawfully entering property with the intent to commit a felony or to steal. Knowing the difference can help you not only understand the charges brought against you, but help you defend against those charges too.  Unlawful Entry Unlawful entry is not the same thing as breaking and entering....

Contact an OWI attorney to discuss your OWI charges If you are convicted of an OWI offense in Wisconsin, the cost can be steep. You face fines, suspension of your driver’s license, and even jail time. The penalties increase for each offense. As soon as possible after your arrest, contact an attorney to protect your rights and your defense. First Offense The first offense is not a crime, but even your first offense will cost you money if you are convicted. The fine due ranges from...