In the past few months I’ve received many calls from people who are either trying to buy or sell a home and have general questions about the process. Many people opt to use a realtor who can help you through the paperwork process. Others choose to try it on their own, venturing into the world …
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On April 30, 2015 the Wisconsin Supreme Court issued a decision that finally clarifies the enforceability of a non-compete agreement signed by an existing employee. It has long been settled that new employees can be required to sign non-compete agreements because the employee is receiving employment in exchange for the promise not to compete during …
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On May 8, 2015 I will be presenting at the Wisconsin Bar Leaders Conference. My session topic is “Titanium Hips with Smart Phone Holsters – The Ethical Implications of Generational Differences. ” The session explores an area that interests me a LOT – generational differences. In the past few years I have become addicted to …
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In working with business owners I have frequently faced a pretty regular set of questions about how hiring decisions are made: “Can I consider information I found on Facebook?” “Can I do a background check?” “Can I do a credit check?” “That online site said the applicant was once arrested for (insert any random offense …
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It’s been a few silly posts for me and this is likely to be the last one. The crappy cases about bat guano and cow manure and when insurance companies are obligated to pay for damage to structures or pollution of water supplies. The Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled on the human septage and cow …
The City of Superior municipal code MANDATES insect screens. That’s right, you MUST have insect screens on certain windows and doors! I stumbled across this gem by accident but think it’s a fun one to share! Sec. 104-284. Insect screens. Every door, window and other outside opening required for ventilation of habitable rooms or food …
I’ve helped a lot of employers draft and implement non-compete agreements with their employees. Wisconsin has strict requirements about how you can restrict an employee both during and after employment. The goal of a non-compete is to protect your business’ secrets, customers, and geographic area of sales. Non-competes, like any contract must be supported by …
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At the Superior Sunrise Centennial Rotary Club’s meeting yesterday, I learned about a new opportunity to discover and promote Superior, Wisconsin events and activities. Explore Superior is a new offering thanks to a forward-thinking group from the Superior Leadership program. The page allows you to register and post your Superior events, photos, and …
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My husband just celebrated a birthday this week. We are still young people, with children, a home, cars, life insurance policies, modest investments and debt. Personal disclosure coming – we do not have an estate plan. It’s just something we keep saying we need to do, but never actually get around to. Most of my …
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