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Wisconsin Enacted the Wisconsin Social Media Protection Act

On April 9, 2014, Wisconsin enacted the Wisconsin Social Media Protection Act. The Act protects employees by restricting employer’s access to … Read more

Maintenance

Maintenance, which was previously referred to as spousal support or alimony, is a payment from one spouse directly to the … Read more

Money Talks – United States Supreme Court Strikes Down Limits on Election Spending

On April 2, 2014, the United States Supreme Court struck down a cap on the total amount one individual can contribute to … Read more

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

The Grandfamilies State Law and Policy Resource Center acts as a national legal resource supporting grandparents. The Grandfamilies State Law and Policy … Read more

Is Your Pet “Property” or a “Member of the Family?”

Even though many people treat their animals as important members of their family, when it comes to divorce, Wisconsin pets … Read more

Healthcare Reform–Impact on the Elderly

On March 23, 2010, President Barack Obama signed into law healthcare reform. The legislation that President Obama signed addresses publicly … Read more

Domestic Partnership Registries in Wisconsin Upheld

On June 20, 2011, Dane County Circuit Court Judge Daniel R. Moeser ruled that Wis. Stat. Chapter 770, which legalized … Read more

How Does a Court Determine if a Spouse is Entitled to Maintenance?

A court will consider the following factors to determine if a spouse is entitled to maintenance: 1.  The length of the … Read more

What is gross income for child support purposes?

The child support definition generally includes all gross income from every source.  Instead of arguing whether something is gross income, … Read more