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Should I include burial plans in my will?

To ensure your end-of-life wishes are honored, make them known to loved ones before you pass on. While many people don't think of burial directives, they're just as important as any end-of-life or estate directives, and leaving detailed instructions for your loved ones can be a source of comfort in their grief Read More »


Concealed weapons in private businesses: What are the rules?

If you choose to post a sign prohibiting guns in your private business, your liability as a business owner actually increases Read More »


Five steps to avoid online defamation

With nearly worldwide access to social media, virtually anyone can find themselves, unwittingly or otherwise, liable for defamation. Read More »


5 reasons not to DIY estate planning

5 ways having an estate planning attorney makes all the difference in ensuring your estate will be handled the way you intend. Read More »


My ex says she has tenancy rights to my home

My girlfriend and I recently split. For the last year she lived with me. Now she won’t leave, says she has tenancy rights & I should be the one to move Read More »


Three Questions With Lisa Felt

Lisa Felt has been a star player on the Johns, Flaherty & Collins team for nearly 30 years. As a paralegal, she's... Read More »


Legal Dilemma: Could I get in trouble for bathtub baby photos?

One of my Facebook friends said I could get into legal trouble for posting cute photos of my baby in the bathtub. Is that true? Read More »


Are psychedelic drugs headed to a pharmacy near you?

As marijuana becomes legal in many states for medical & recreational purposes, proponents of certain psychedelics are exploring decriminalization and potential medical use Read More »


Landlords and liability

Under law, landlords may be held civilly responsible for injuries or harm from criminal behavior that happens on a rental property, apartment or rented home Read More »


Three questions with Marilyn Heinz

Marilyn Heinz is the first face you see when you walk into Johns, Flaherty & Collins, SC. Her title is receptionist, but she's so much more, including director of fun Read More »


Injured at work, what should I do?

If you get injured at work and don't think you can continue at your job, it's essential to know your rights. Read More »


Animal welfare laws in Wisconsin

Because Wisconsin has an abundance of wildlife as well as domestic pets and livestock, animal welfare laws are in place for each. Read More »


Students face academic — and legal — consequences when plagiarizing

The wealth of information on the internet makes it easier than ever to become better informed — or at least appear to be. Read More »


Frequently asked questions about marijuana laws in Wisconsin

Wisconsin is flanked by states that have legalized marijuana to some degree. Here's where marijuana laws stand in Wisconsin. Read More »


Legal requirements for marriage in Wisconsin

While weddings seem all about love,  they're about the law too. Here are the legal requirements for marriage in Wisconsin.  Read More »