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0 Answers | Asked in Libel & Slander for Wisconsin on
Q: sometimes i feel like im under survalliance, in my home in vechical, like there using phsycology from a transmitter

i need to get led in the right direction to get help with this its causing damage to my quality of life

2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Consumer Law and Collections for Wisconsin on
Q: What is the best approach to negotiate with a collection agency after garnishments have been issued?
J. David Krekeler
J. David Krekeler
answered on Jun 3, 2023

There is no single best approach to negotiating with a collection agency. How you proceed will depend upon the facts and circumstances.

But there are some basic considerations. Always start with goals. what are you hoping to accomplish? What is it that your opponent wants? Perhaps more...
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0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Wisconsin on
Q: Hello, my employer placed me on a performance improvement plan and I was unsuccessful in achieving the goals.

I was ultimately separated from the company. However, I feel this was unjustified due to the fact that my employer did not satisfy their role and duties that were stated in the agreement. I did not receive any support from my leadership or company for the duration of my plan, however, it was stated... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Wisconsin on
Q: 1981 My mother filed a safe keeping will with Marine State bank. I have the case number. Recently she had passed.

I do know in 1976 she divorced my father and left the state with another man. She changed her name, but not legally. I have a lot of information to prove it's her. How do I go about getting the will?

0 Answers | Asked in Banking, Consumer Law and Identity Theft for Wisconsin on
Q: What are my rights when it comes to a law firm that claims they have an loan in my name that is fraudulent?

Submitted police report and affidavit, proving loan not mine. Law firm still says it is due to discrepancy with dates on forms. Mental health condition with menory is the cause of mixed up dates. Law firm says it doesn't matter.

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Small Claims for Wisconsin on
Q: Loan agreement amount changed, can the contractor change the loan documents?

I signed a loan agreement with a bank for a plumbing job to be done in my home. The work was completed, loan approved, and I signed not one but 3 of the same emails I received with the same documents in them for this loan. The loan amount was for $3000.00, the job came to a total of $1700.00. The... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Discrimination, Employment Law and Sexual Harassment for Wisconsin on
Q: Workmans comp, temporary disability, sexual harassment, sexual discrimination

I was hurt on the job. The workplace had me go to their pt. Their pt said i should be put on light duty. I was not put on light duty despite emails being sent to appropriate parties. They gave me a robotic glove to push through and continue working at the same pace which lead to a worsening of the... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Wisconsin on
Q: Can a district attorney deny 973.195 sentence adjustment if I already served more time than my plea agreement called for

The original judge for my case has retired and the district attorney for my case is now my acting judge. As district attorney, his office entered a plea agreement with me to ask for a 13 year sentence which the sentencing judge disregarded and gave me 16.5 years. I will have already served more... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Federal Crimes and Identity Theft for Wisconsin on
Q: Mom fell for cyber fraud and we are 200k+ in debt to family and friends. How do we fix our situation?

Mom met someone online and starting to chat with him. They claim they were rich and needed some emergency funds. It continues and continues. And my mom kept on falling for the scam. Mom gave him over 300k USD. And now we have no money and are in debt. Family and friends say it’s impossible to get... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Wisconsin on
Q: Is a criminal defense attorney under any obligation to keep a victims name private?

Is a criminal defense attorney under any obligation to keep a victims name private? For example can a criminal defense attorney representing Jim Bob go on social media and release the name of Jim Bob's domestic abuse victim?

0 Answers | Asked in Constitutional Law for Wisconsin on
Q: (Wisconsin) During a traffic stop passengers do not have to Identify themselves, unless a crime has been committed

During a traffic stop, Passengers were detained because of Probable cause of the presence of Marijuana. one passenger refused to identify himself. The driver did not claim the items. What case law is there in regards to passengers needing to identify themselves when a crime has been committed?

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law and Landlord - Tenant for Wisconsin on
Q: Hi, I live in Hartford Wisconsin. We received a 60 day eviction notice 4/27/23. My one and only question is:

After receiving an eviction notice, am I still legally required to pay rent?

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support for Wisconsin on
Q: Is child support taken from gross or net pay? I understand its calculated from gross. Where is it taken from?
Jane E. Probst
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Jane E. Probst
answered on May 22, 2023

It is calculated from the payor's gross pay.

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Adoption for Wisconsin on
Q: How can I see my children who were taken by my american wife from South korea and how to resolve our problems?

Hello.

I'd like to get advice on my right to see my children who were taken by my american wife or how to resolve our problems.

My wife, a U.S. citizen, and I, a South Korean citizen, first met in 2017, and after a dating, we were married in South Korea in 2018. And we were... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Tax Law for Wisconsin on
Q: self employment tax

If I have an llc strictly for stock market investments and I'm spending less then 10 hours a week on the business can I setup a management company and elect them as the manager of my stock market trading llc to avoid self-employment taxes?

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Wisconsin on
Q: Order states "7 day vacation in conjunction to the already scheduled 4 days." Is that 4 scheduled days PLUS the 7?
Jane E. Probst
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Jane E. Probst
answered on May 21, 2023

This is rather awkward wording. It appears that it would be seven days in addition to four days. This is surprising because most Marital Settlement Agreements state that you need to schedule your vacation over your scheduled weekend of placement.

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Wisconsin on
Q: Hired as caregiver, cleared wi doj/caregiver checks. Nearly 2 yrs ago. State now says I can't work! Options?

No new charges ect since background checks

0 Answers | Asked in Probate for Wisconsin on
Q: My father died, he was the sole proprietor of a small business, in Wisconsin who decides if his assets need probating

Who decides if his assets are under$50000

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Contracts for Wisconsin on
Q: I signed a contract that states if I quit I can't work for another company similar to there's with so many miles.

Will this hold up in court?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on May 19, 2023

It depends on information which is not contained in your question. You can take the contract with the non-compete to an employment lawyer in or near the county where you want to work.

The FTC has proposed a rule that will make non-competes invalid across the United States when it goes into...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Wisconsin on
Q: On Feb 14th a child 8 years old got grandma's car keys. He put it in reverse and went thru my sliding glass window.

Grandma did not have car or homeowners ins at the time. My apartment was boarded up for 49 days. I had to live in complete darkness. He stopped the SUV 2 1/2 feet from where I was sitting. I didn't suffer physical damage but a lot of emotional distress. I am in the care of my Dr. Do I have a... Read more »

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 28, 2023

A Wisconsin attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for your ordeal. It appears that you have a straightforward case for the property damage. However, recovery is another issue, with the vehicle owner having neither auto or homeowner's coverage.... Read more »

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