For many parents, watching a child grow into independence is thrilling and terrifying at the same time. You hope they make good decisions, learn from mistakes, and get through adolescence and early adulthood with care. But sometimes, even well-intentioned parents find themselves facing legal consequences because of their children’s reckless …

College is one of the most exciting and formative times in a young person’s life. For students across Wisconsin, the start of the new school year means freedom, friendships, and personal growth. But freedom also comes with risks. Every year, students at schools throughout the state are arrested or cited …

Every business, from the family-owned corner shop to the multi-state warehouse distributor, depends on vendors and suppliers. Suppliers provide the raw materials, finished goods, or essential services that keep operations running. When those relationships break down, the consequences are not merely inconvenient. They can threaten production schedules, strain cash flow, …

Medical spas, or “med spas,” are among the fastest-growing businesses in Wisconsin’s healthcare and cosmetic service industries. Services such as Botox, dermal fillers, laser treatments, and body contouring draw thousands of clients each year. Unlike traditional medical practices or beauty salons, however, med spas operate in a unique space that …

White-collar prosecutions in Wisconsin can move quickly from investigation to indictment, and once charges are filed, the consequences can be very serious. Defendants often face not only prison time but also financial ruin and irreparable reputational damage; even the news of a criminal investigation can fuel major speculation and cause …

As summer winds down in Wisconsin, traffic patterns shift. Families take one last road trip, college students return to campus, and Labor Day weekend fills highways across the state. Unfortunately, this season also brings an increase in car accidents. Teen drivers with limited experience, uninsured motorists trying to cut corners, …

In the increasingly interconnected legal landscape, it is common for attorneys in one jurisdiction to find themselves managing complex matters that cross state lines. A client headquartered in Illinois becomes entangled in a commercial dispute with a manufacturer in Waukesha; a national corporate defendant is sued in federal court in …

Q. I gave ten years of my life to this firm. But I think I’ve reached my limit on the fees that I can earn. I should fly solo, yet there’s much that I must learn. What are the proper ways to leave my law firm? …

By Attorney Adam J. Schleis Drug diversion — the illegal distribution or misuse of prescription medications — has become a major focus for federal and state prosecutors in Wisconsin. When physicians are accused of diverting controlled substances, the consequences are severe and swift.  In Milwaukee, doctors under investigation for drug …

Every summer, Milwaukee transforms into a city of music, food, and celebration. From the grounds of Summerfest to neighborhood block parties and beer gardens, the city’s summer calendar is packed with fun ways to gather with friends and enjoy a cold drink in the sun. But for some festivalgoers, the …

When you visit a store, restaurant, or other public business in Milwaukee, you expect a safe environment. Rarely are visitors at any business on the lookout for dangers like heavy falling items, slippery floors, or uneven surfaces and trip hazards. Unfortunately, though, accidents do happen on business premises every day. …

In the devastating aftermath of losing a loved one, it can be very difficult to make practical decisions and plan for the future. Sometimes the most you can do is to get through each day in one piece as you plan a funeral, deal with logistics, and help your family …