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Addiction and Legal Concerns With Prescription Pain Killers

Written by Mark Eisenberg on December 14, 2020. Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.

Know the potential legal risks of addiction to pain killers All of the media coverage of the opioid epidemic in America can be overwhelming. If you become addicted to these medications, you may start to seek more and risk drug charges being filed against you. Be careful with how you take these medications to avoid legal and health problems developing for you. How Legal Problems Arise Taking prescription opioids is not a crime by itself. You need a valid prescription. If you have one,...

Your Rights When the Police Pull You Over

Written by Mark Eisenberg on December 11, 2020. Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.

Know your rights when you’ve been stopped by the Police If you have ever been pulled over, you know how intimidating the moment can be. The officer might give you instructions, ask questions, and generally make you feel like you have no choices. The good news is that you do have rights when the police stop your vehicle. Understanding these rights can help you protect yourself. You Don’t Have to Answer Questions You have the right to remain silent when you are pulled over....

How Contingency Fees Work for Your Personal Injury Case

Written by Steve Eisenberg on December 9, 2020. Posted in Blog, Personal Injury.

When do I get paid under a Contingency Fee arrangement? One reason many people decide against getting legal help for a personal injury is the cost. They worry that they can’t afford a good lawyer, and should just try to go it alone. This is why most of the best personal injury attorneys offer contingency fee agreements. If you are worried that you can’t afford an attorney to help recover for your injuries, these arrangements can give you access to the help you need. How Contingency...

Recovering After an Accident with an Underinsured Driver

Written by Steve Eisenberg on December 7, 2020. Posted in Blog, Personal Injury.

If you’ve been in a car accident with an underinsured driver can you recover all of your damages? In Wisconsin, just like elsewhere in the United States, drivers are required to carry liability insurance. Unfortunately, after a serious injury, the other driver’s insurance may not be enough to cover your damages. If this happens, you have legal options. An experienced attorney can help you work through your claim and get the compensation you deserve. Underinsured Coverage Depending...

First Offense OWI in Wisconsin | OWI Defense Attorney WI

Written by Mark Eisenberg on December 4, 2020. Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.

Don’t Shrug Off a First Offense OWI in Wisconsin There’s a commonly-held belief among Wisconsin drivers that a first offense OWI isn’t a big deal. That perception is incorrect. Even first-time offenders can experience expensive penalties and life-changing consequences as a result of an OWI. As a civil offense, first time OWI penalties in Wisconsin may include any or all of the following: 6 to 9 months driver’s license suspension.$150 to $300 in fines.A $365 OWI...