Domestic violence charges can greatly impact your life
Wisconsin takes reports of domestic violence very seriously. If you have been charged with domestic abuse, you face significant consequences. Conviction of domestic violence can bring severe punishment, including the loss of possession of firearms. You should contact an attorney right away if you know someone has filed a report on you.
Potential Arrest
Wisconsin law defines domestic violence as either inflicting pain, injury...
Can the Police Search Your Smartphone?
Written by Mark Eisenberg on . Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.
Is searching your smartphone legal?
Ideas of privacy have changed dramatically as technology improves. Today, much of your life is accessible through your phone. This may not concern you in the abstract, but when police demand to search your smartphone, you will likely rethink that. There are limits in place to protect you, but in an evolving world, you may have trouble applying yesterday’s limits to today’s problem. Work with an experienced criminal lawyer to help protect your...
Recovering Damages in a Motorcycle Accident
Written by Steve Eisenberg on . Posted in Blog, Personal Injury.
You may be able to recover damages from your motorcycle accident
Any accident on the road is dangerous. When you are on a motorcycle, the damage to both you and the bike has the potential to be much greater. If someone else causes an accident, you are entitled to damages for both your injuries and your motorcycle. The right attorney can help you recover your losses and make yourself whole again.
Causation and Insurance
In Wisconsin, everyone is required to carry insurance. The insurer...
What Causes Car Wrecks in Wisconsin?
Written by Steve Eisenberg on . Posted in Blog, Personal Injury.
Car crashes in Wisconsin – list of major causes
Wisconsin’s roadways are busy throughout the year. While most drivers travel safely and responsibly, accidents happen–bringing an average of over 500 deaths and 41,000 injuries per year, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Understanding the causes of these car crashes in Wisconsin can help you avoid problems that many drivers face.
Deer
Wisconsin is home to more than just people. The wildlife...
No-Knock Warrants | Wisconsin Search Warrants
Written by Mark Eisenberg on . Posted in Blog, Criminal Defense.
No-Knock Warrants Are Legal And Valid In Wisconsin
Most people are familiar with the requirement that officers obtain a search warrant before entering a property to search it. When we picture what this looks like, our mind sees officers knocking on the door and being allowed entry once they present the warrant. That is the case in most situations, but in some cases, officers can obtain no-knock warrants, which allow the police to enter the property for search purposes without announcing themselves...