Wisconsin state statute 944.16 classifies adultery as a Class I felony. However, this law is not typically utilized. It conflicts with other statements in Wisconsin law, such as the fact that Wisconsin is a no-fault divorce state. Wisconsin law additionally states, , “Although the state does not regulate the private sexual activity of consenting adults, […]
In Wisconsin, you may file two different types of orders/injunctions: harassment, or domestic abuse. There are numerous differences between the two charges. However, the largest difference between a harassment injunction and a domestic violence injunction is the individual who is being accused. If the individual does not live in your home and they are not […]
When you are going through a divorce, it is important to ensure you are protected online. Some things to consider include: -Do you have any apps that can show your whereabouts or transactions? Accounts such as Venmo for example, should be made private. -Make sure your information is no longer accessible to them through shared […]
How does Wisconsin law define “legal custody”? If you have legal custody of your child in Wisconsin, this means you have the authority to make major decisions on their behalf. According to Wisconsin law, major decisions include “decisions regarding consent to marry, consent to enter military service, consent to obtain a motor vehicle operator’s license, […]
Divorce is not only hard on you, but it is also hard on your children. To ensure maximal wellbeing of your children post-divorce, it is important to employ a successful co-parenting strategy. Successful co-parenting will ensure your child feels secure, and gives them a healthy example to follow. View a wealth of information about co-parenting […]
What should you do if you and your co-parent disagree on whether or not your child should be vaccinated? First, you should talk to a trusted pediatrician with your co-parent. If you take all the necessary avenues and your co-parent still holds a belief you do not believe is in the child’s best interest, then […]
What is the difference between a contested divorce and an uncontested divorce? In an uncontested divorce, both spouses agree on all of the terms. These terms include the division of assets, alimony, child placement, etc. In a contested divorce, there are disagreements between the spouses about some or all of the divorce terms. These disagreements […]
In a Wisconsin divorce, property is divided according to community property laws. This means that marital property is split 50/50. In a high asset divorce, there is no exception, unless a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement is present. In a high asset divorce where many valuable assets exist, it is important to seek the aid of […]
Clinical vaccine trials have been initiated for children 5 and under. To date, there have been approximately 144 children who have participated in this Phase 1 clinical trial. As vaccines begin to be approved for younger individuals, divorce attorneys across the country are preparing for co-parent disagreements. According to a study by the Kaiser Family […]
The Wisconsin Statutes outlines the procedure for “Relocating a child’s residence”. If you plan on moving more than 100 miles from your coparent with your child, it is referred to as a child relocation. In the case this occurs, Wisconsin law requires you to provide notice to your coparent. If your coparent objects to your […]
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