I have a roommate in my private home that I own in Wisconsin. I suspect that my roommate is plotting against me to have me removed from my home, as there have been many behaviors indicating this, and others have told me about her plan. I am considering recording audio in common areas like the... View More

Can I sue individuals at my son's school for neglect after he sustained a concussion in the gym, where two individuals had last contact with him, especially considering there is camera footage and he did not receive proper medical care?

I was appointed as a trustee in a friend's Trust, which allows amendments if they are "written and delivered to the trustee." Before my friend's passing, he made changes to his Trust with his attorney. These changes were delivered to me, and we discussed them in person, but... View More

I would like to know if a 17-year-old can face jail time for being caught driving without a license or a permit. The person has never been involved in any previous driving incidents and there are no additional legal issues related to this situation.

I am the custodial parent, and our final custody order was made in Texas on September 14, 2022, without geographical restrictions. My child and I moved to Wisconsin on September 15, 2022. The non-custodial parent (NCP) has long periods of no visitation or contact with our child (exceeding six... View More

When I moved into my apartment, I was given a check-in sheet for damages, which the lease stated I had to sign and return within seven days. I did not return the sheet, but I took pictures of all the damages on the first day of move-in, which included cracks in corners and an oven with no visible... View More

I am receiving VA funds as a fiduciary for a dependent of a veteran due to unpaid child support. The VA representative informed me that reporting these funds to the child support agency is not required because they belong to my dependent, not me. The VA said they can't discuss VA funds with... View More

My daughter, who is on disability social security, needs to start the divorce process. She has one child who is 10 years old, and there are no significant assets involved. We are in need of legal representation and document preparation. Are there any pro bono or low-cost legal services available... View More

I have been under 24-hour surveillance and harassment for the past two years in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I've reported this situation to the police, but it is still ongoing. As a result, I have lost my house, job, car, had my dogs killed, and even been poisoned. What legal actions can I take to... View More

We had a tenant who lived in our property for over 50 years and passed away in February. We gave the family 60 days to clear his belongings, with a deadline of April 15, 2025. However, the tenant's granddaughter, who was not allowed on the premises during the tenant's life, has moved in... View More

Is a judge allowed to consider evidence that was submitted but not testified to in a civil trial by judge, including photos and police reports, when no objection was raised even if they seem like hearsay?

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answered on Apr 16, 2025

Yes, in a civil trial without a jury—also known as a bench trial—the judge is both the fact-finder and the decision-maker, and may consider evidence submitted into the record if no timely objection is made. Hearsay is still governed by the rules of evidence, but if a party fails to object to... View More

I am concerned about the legal situation involving my sister's fiancé. He was discharged from probation on March 24, but after being caught shoplifting on April 6, officers arrested him on April 11 for a probation violation, and his probation status was rescinded on April 6, according to CCAP... View More

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answered on Apr 16, 2025

In Wisconsin, if someone commits a new offense before their probation officially ends, the court can take action even after the probation discharge date. What matters is the date of the alleged violation—not when the arrest occurred. If your sister’s fiancé shoplifted on April 6, and his... View More

I have been a volunteer firefighter for the past eight years, currently working at a tech company for seven years as a customer escalation specialist. I verbally informed my employer about my role in the fire department, and made verbal agreements with managers regarding responding to rescue calls,... View More

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answered on Apr 16, 2025

Under Wisconsin Statute 103.88, volunteer firefighters do have legal protections related to responding to emergency calls, but the statute does include a clear requirement that notice must be provided to your employer within 30 days of starting employment or within 30 days of becoming a member of... View More

I have a stamped U.S. Visa (valid until 2026) from my previous employer and a new I-797 approval notice with my current employer valid until 2027. My wife is on an H4 Visa with a stamp valid until 2026 but has not received an updated I-797 following my employer change. We are traveling to India and... View More

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answered on Apr 16, 2025

Yes, you can re-enter the U.S. using your valid H-1B visa stamp from your previous employer along with your new I-797 approval notice from your current employer. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) allows H-1B visa holders to travel using a valid visa stamp even if it was issued under a... View More

I received a speeding citation yesterday in Dane County, Wisconsin, and I'm an F1 visa student. I have never had any legal problems while in the U.S. on my F1 visa. Will this affect my visa status or lead to revocation?

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answered on Apr 12, 2025

Receiving a speeding ticket in Wisconsin as an F-1 visa holder is unlikely to affect your visa status. Speeding violations are typically considered civil infractions and do not usually impact immigration status. However, it's important to address the citation promptly.

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I just received a check from E.W. Cripps, issued by Trust Bank, and I am unsure what it is for. I have not had any previous interactions or transactions with E.W. Cripps and did not expect any payments. Could you provide guidance on what steps I should take to understand the purpose of this check?

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answered on Apr 12, 2025

Receiving an unexpected check can be confusing, especially when you don’t recognize the sender. The first step is to carefully review the check for any details that might indicate what it’s for. Look for any information about the purpose of the payment, such as a reference or note on the memo... View More

I have a contract with a company for a new roof and windows, both of which are already paid for. The roof was installed late last summer, but it is leaking. I have contacted the company, and they are working on resolving the roof issue. However, they say I cannot cancel the windows, which have not... View More

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answered on Apr 11, 2025

That sounds like a frustrating situation, especially after already paying in full. In Wisconsin, canceling a contract like this can be tricky if the windows were part of the same agreement as the roof, unless the contract includes specific cancellation terms. Since the roof is leaking and they’re... View More

I am currently caring for children who came to me due to their mother's drug issues. A social worker involved in my case claimed there was feces on the floor of my home, but did not take any pictures to support this claim. However, another social worker from my county verified that it was not... View More

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answered on Apr 12, 2025

You're clearly trying to protect your household and the children in your care, and it’s understandable to feel upset when you’re being accused unfairly. If a social worker made a serious claim without evidence, and another verified that the claim was untrue, that’s a valid... View More

I'm located in Wisconsin. My wife has passed away and all our assets were primarily in my name, except for a joint checking account and some credit card accounts. She left a will stating that I am the sole beneficiary of her assets with distributions to our children if I am deceased. Given... View More

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answered on Apr 12, 2025

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. In Wisconsin, whether probate is necessary depends on the nature and titling of your wife's assets. Since most assets were in your name, and only a joint checking account and some credit card accounts were held jointly, probate might not be required.... View More