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Month: January 2018

Conviction for juvenile crimes do not have to ruin one's life

Juvenile crimes in Wisconsin – how to protect your future Conviction for a juvenile crime is serious, but it does not have to be the end of the world for you. Wisconsin courts consider extenuating circumstances, including your behavior before and after the crime. This gives you an opportunity to show to the court that you may deserve more lenient sentencing. Courts in Wisconsin look not only at the type of crime, but also the life of the person who was convicted of committing that...

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The Guide to Understanding Bail in Wisconsin

How is Bail determined in Wisconsin? If you are arrested in Wisconsin, your ability to get out of jail before your trial is based on the bail statute. Simply put, bail is what you have to pay to get out of jail between your arrest and being convicted. Whether you are eligible depends on a number of factors, with the court holding a great deal of discretion. How Bail Is Set After you are arrested, you first have to attend your Initial Appearance. This is where the judge determines the...

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Concussion Risks and Prevention

Have you suffered a concussion? Know the signs In football, and more recently in other sports, the dangers of concussions have emerged. More than perhaps any other kind of injury, concussions create problems that, while often only temporary, create significant dangers for athletes who suffer from them. Understanding how to recognize and prevent a concussion is critical for athletes of any age or level of competition. Recognizing Concussion Symptoms A concussion, most simply defined,...

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Personal Injuries and Insurance Adjusters – 3 Questions

Insurance Adjusters and Personal Injury Cases – Be Prepared To Protect Your Interests After a vehicle accident, you usually find yourself working with an insurance adjuster. For most people, this is foreign territory. You likely go in without fully understanding what is happening or how you can most fully protect your rights. Take the time to understand the insurance adjuster’s role so you can go in prepared. What Is an Insurance Adjuster? An insurance adjuster works for...

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Possession Of Synthetic Marijuana In Wisconsin Is Illegal

Possession Of Synthetic Marijuana In Wisconsin Is Illegal Although it may be legal in other states, marijuana use and possession is illegal in Wisconsin. This includes the use and possession of synthetic marijuana. Wisconsin considers synthetic marijuana to be a controlled substance, which makes the use, possession, and/or sale of the drug illegal. Synthetic Marijuana Has Been Illegal Since 2011 Some of the confusion surrounding possession of synthetic marijuana in Wisconsin may come down...

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