How a Wisconsin Theft Conviction Can Affect Your Future
Theft occurs when one person steals from another. In Wisconsin, there are different kinds of theft, which carry varying levels of severity and penalties. Larceny, for example, requires intention by one party to steal from another. Embezzlement occurs when one party misappropriates funds or property that was entrusted to them. A theft conviction can even arise from intellectual property theft, ownership rights, or the stealing of services...
OWI With A Minor Passenger | Wisconsin OWI Defense
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OWI with a Minor Passenger? What To Expect Under Wisconsin Law
Receiving an OWI for the first time in Wisconsin is a civil crime unless a passenger under 16 years of age is in the vehicle at the time. In that case, it becomes a criminal offense. To no surprise, the penalties for this offense are severe.
Penalties for OWI with a Minor in the Vehicle
Recent changes by the state legislature have increased the fines and penalties associated with impaired driving offenses, including those...
Personal Injury Contingency Fees | Eisenberg Law Offices
Written by Steve Eisenberg on . Posted in Blog, Personal Injury.
What Are Contingency Fees in Personal Injury Claims?
Whenever a person is injured due to another person’s negligence, they may have grounds for a personal injury claim. Injury cases arise from many different situations including car accidents, slip and falls, bicycle or boating accidents, medical errors, and even dog bites. Filing a lawsuit against the negligent party is one way victims can begin to recover from the accident. The compensation received is often used to pay for the financial...
Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer | Eisenberg Law Offices
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Why it is Important to Contact a Wisconsin Personal Injury Lawyer Soon After an Accident
After suffering a personal injury in Wisconsin, you may be overwhelmed with tasks and appointments related to medical care, property damage, or recovery. It might take a while for you to get back to some semblance of normal life and find time to just breathe, let alone think of next steps. It’s not uncommon for accident victims to begin to think about contacting a personal injury lawyer once they...
Verbal Abuse and Domestic Violence | Wisconsin Criminal Law
Written by Mark Eisenberg on . Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.
When Verbal Abuse Crosses the Line Into Domestic Violence
Domestic violence may dominate the headlines, but verbal abuse is more common and can quickly cross the line. When that happens, what may have begun as a simple argument can attract the attention of the police and lead to charges.
Verbal Abuse and Domestic Violence in Wisconsin
Verbal abuse can qualify as a crime in Wisconsin, especially if it falls under the definition of harassment. Harassment is illegal in the state and is...