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Candidate Running for Common Council Faces Stalking Allegations
A candidate who is currently running for Milwaukee Common Council has a history of allegations by women in three states. The candidate is running on a platform of public safety despite facing multiple accusations of stalking, dating violence, and domestic violence from eight women in three different states.
The candidate also has a significant history of traffic violations and is one of eight candidates for the seat left vacant in November by the death of an Alderman. The candidate has consistently maintained his innocence, attributing the allegations to "flaws in the criminal justice system," along with "the type of people" he is drawn to.
Stalking charges are very serious and can have harsh penalties and repercussions. If you are facing stalking charges, speaking to an experienced New Berline, WI criminal defense attorney is definitely in your best interests.
How to Protect Your Family Business During Divorce
There are 32.4 million family businesses across the United States. These businesses are the backbone of the American economy, with about 35 percent of all Fortune 500 companies being family-owned. Small businesses, including many family firms, employ almost half of all U.S. workers, and family businesses are significantly less likely to lay off employees during tough economic times.
Many family firms are interested in transferring the business to future generations and in transferring their values as well. If one of the family members divorces his or her spouse, it could effectively halt the transfer of the business or the values that back it.
In fact, when divorce happens, it can disrupt the continuity of a family business, even threatening its future. Protecting your family business during a divorce requires a solid understanding of Wisconsin asset division laws, as well as a highly experienced Brookfield, WI family law attorney.
Drug Ring Investigation in Milwaukee Leads to 11 Arrests
A group known as Free Gram Enterprises has been under investigation in Milwaukee since June 2023. On the morning of January 29, 2025, 12 search warrants were executed, and suspects were arrested. During the arrests, several ounces of fentanyl, one kilogram of cocaine, and 12 guns were recovered. A 3D printer and a ghost gun were also found in one of the suspect’s homes.
Several defendants were caught through wiretaps, but because the 117-page criminal complaint is sealed, further details are not yet available. According to prosecutors, Free Gram Enterprises is involved in the sale of heroin, methamphetamine, cocaine, and fentanyl throughout Milwaukee County.
Drug charges in Wisconsin can be very serious, particularly when guns are also involved. If you have been charged with possession or distribution of fentanyl, it is extremely important that you speak to a knowledgeable Milwaukee, WI criminal defense lawyer who will work to minimize the adverse effects of the charges by building a strong defense on your behalf.
Unexpected Ways Social Media Can Adversely Affect Your Divorce
As of 2025, almost 70 percent of people in the United States are active social media users. Facebook remains the largest social media platform, with more than 3 billion users worldwide. On average, Americans spend about 2 hours and 19 minutes each day on social media.
In the United States, 68% of people (roughly 308 million) are active on social media. YouTube is the most often used social media site in the U.S., followed by Facebook. People spend an average of 2 hours and 19 minutes on social media daily. For most of us, social media is a part of our everyday life. In fact, it has become so commonplace for us to share personal details on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other sites that we hardly think twice about it.
However, if you are going through a divorce, you absolutely need to think about how your social media posts could affect your divorce – and not in a positive way. If you are contemplating a divorce or are already in the middle of one, how you use social media is extremely important. Speak to an experienced Menomonee, IL family law attorney.
Wisconsin Governor Announces New Crime Initiatives in 2025
Governor Evers recently announced new initiatives that will address crime in Wisconsin in the coming year, particularly gun crimes. The governor is also creating a new Office of Violence Prevention in his administration. The governor referenced the gun crime changes by reflecting on the deadly shooting in Madison last month at the Abundant Life Christian School.
These initiatives are meant to boost community safety and prevent violence. Gun deaths in the state have increased 54 percent over the last decade, compared to a nationwide increase during the same time period of 34 percent. The governor has previously included gun safety measures in state budgets, only to have the Legislature remove those items prior to passing the budget.
While it is hoped that gun crimes will be reduced, there are plenty of people in Wisconsin who are facing lesser gun charges that could land them in prison for a very long time. If you are facing charges for a gun crime, it is extremely important that you speak to a knowledgeable Oconomowoc, WI criminal defense attorney.
How Digital Assets Can Complicate a Wisconsin Divorce
Several years ago, the term "digital assets" referred largely to photographs stored digitally on a computer. The term has an entirely different meaning today after the explosion in cryptocurrencies such as Ethereum and Bitcoin, as well as nonfungible tokens (NFTs). As of 2024, it is estimated that 6.8 percent of the global population has invested in cryptocurrency.
Although many people have at least a marginal understanding of cryptocurrencies, NFTs are a bit more difficult to explain. Tokens are unique and associated with specific, verifiable pieces of data. They cannot be divided, duplicated, or destroyed, although they can be lost. At their core, a digital key file is purchased that is associated with a piece of artwork, music, or property title.
Regardless of how deep your understanding of these digital assets is, if they exist in your marriage, they are part of the division of marital assets that occurs during a divorce. It is important that your Oconomowoc, WI family law attorney has a good understanding of digital assets so that you can ensure a fair division.
Are You A "Person of Interest" in a Wisconsin Crime?
Being called in to talk to the police can be an anxiety-inducing experience, particularly if you are unsure why you are there. You may be told you are only a person of interest – a phrase commonly used by law enforcement to describe anyone potentially connected to a criminal offense when there is insufficient evidence to label the person a suspect.
Being labeled a person of interest can mean that you truly are not a suspect, and the police only believe you have information that could help them find the true suspect. It can also mean that the police believe you might be a suspect and are hoping you will provide information that allows them to move you from the person of interest category to the suspect category.
Even if you are told you are "only" a person of interest, you should never speak to the police regarding a criminal matter without having an experienced Muskego, WI criminal defense attorney by your side. Speaking to the police on your own could inadvertently result in your saying something that is taken out of context and used to prosecute you for a crime.
How to Deal with a Juvenile OWI in Wisconsin
Recently, a teen from Western Wisconsin was cited for OWI after crashing into a wooded area off US 18 outside of Bridgeport. The SUV the teen was driving traveled off the left shoulder of the four-lane highway, going across a snow-covered grassy area before crashing into a heavily wooded area. The teen suffered only minor injuries and was cited for OWI and Failure to Keep a Vehicle Under Control.
Every parent’s worst nightmare is receiving a call that their child is in trouble. Of course, the first priority is to ensure the child is physically unharmed. After that, the juvenile criminal charges facing your child can leave you unsure of what you need to do to protect his or her future. Having a Milwaukee, WI juvenile criminal charges attorney can help you make the right decisions to minimize the long-term damage from these criminal charges.
Personality, Motive, and Means in a High-Conflict Divorce
Although no divorce is ever likely to be considered easy or comfortable, some are more contentious than others. A high-conflict divorce is characterized by intense animosity, a seemingly endless loop of disagreements, and legal battles that keep the divorce going for years. Every decision in a high-conflict divorce devolves into chaos and quarrels, whether it involves asset division, the allocation of parental responsibilities, or spousal support.
High-conflict divorces seem to bring out the absolute worst in people, making closure and moving forward difficult, if not impossible. While there are many aspects to a high-conflict divorce, this type of divorce rarely exists if three elements are absent: personality, motive, and means. While those words may conjure up visions of a murder mystery, they also apply to a high-conflict divorce. If you believe your divorce will be especially complex, speaking to an Oconomowoc, WI family law attorney can be beneficial.
How Serious is a Fourth Wisconsin OWI?
A 40-year-old Wisconsin man was recently pulled over for driving with no headlights. Before the police had the opportunity to administer impaired driving tests, the man exited the vehicle, lay on the ground, and stated, "You got me." The driver subsequently consented to a search of his person and vehicle. The police allegedly found cocaine in the driver’s pocket, along with a half-full pitcher of beer taken from a local pub on the floorboard.
Field sobriety tests were then performed, and the man was arrested for his fourth OWI offense. Because of prior OWI convictions, the man was subject to a 0.02 alcohol concentration restriction and was driving with a revoked license and without a mandatory ignition interlock device. His chemical breath test showed a BAC of 0.11 percent.







