Written by Atty. Jennifer Hayden of Pettit Law Group S.C.By statute, there are several types of notices that a landlord can serve on a tenant if the tenant commits a breach of their Residential Rental Agreement or when the landlord wishes to terminate the tenancy. If your Residential Rental Agreement with the tenant specifies something different, you would want to use the longer notice period. Most of these notices can be used in periodic tenancies (such as a
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Judge Tosses DOL Overtime Increase – What Employers Should Be Considering and Other Wage & Hour Reminders
By Nicole L. Stangl and Morgan H. SweeneyJanuary 14, 2025
On November 15, 2024, a federal judge for the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas struck down the Department of Labor’s (DOL’s) 2024 overtime rule (“Overtime Rule”). This decision came months after the Overtime Rule went into effect and the first increase to the salary requirement was implemented. Due to the delay in the ruling, many employers have already made changes to comply with the
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We welcome a new attorney in 2025!
Fatimeh Pahlavan’s legal practice is dedicated to building thoughtful infrastructure that supports meaningful work and human-centered workplaces. She believes that the right systems—whether legal, operational, or cultural—can foster both individual growth and collective impact.
At Ogden Glazer + Schaefer, Fatimeh draws from her background in cooperative governance, intellectual property, and nonprofit leadership to help clients build organizations that reflect their values. She approaches her work with a focus on clarity and collaboration, offering strategies that
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Taking Stock of Trade Issues in 2025
The incoming U.S. Presidential administration is loudly signaling that businesses should expect changes in trade policies in 2025. Although no specific policies have yet been promulgated, the President-Elect has stated in social media outlets that broadly sweeping import tariffs may be imposed on goods from Mexico, Canada and China. Even without policy details, there are key steps many U.S. businesses should consider in advance of any specific changes.
First, any business that exports goods, services or information, should have
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Charged with Healthcare Fraud in Wisconsin? You Need a Lawyer
Charged with Healthcare Fraud in Wisconsin? You Need a Lawyer
Posted on January 13, 2025 in White Collar Crimes
If you are a healthcare provider, a charge of healthcare fraud can have serious implications. Not only do you face potential criminal penalties such as jail time and fines, but the accusation can threaten your livelihood and reputation. If convicted of healthcare fraud, you could be excluded from participating in federal healthcare programs and even lose your license to practice
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Illinois Employment Law Changes for 2025
Navigating the ever-changing landscape of employment and business law is a constant challenge for business owners. Staying compliant isn’t just about avoiding legal pitfalls; it’s about fostering a fair and productive work environment that attracts and retains top talent. Illinois has seen significant legislative activity in this area, with several new laws taking effect or on the horizon. This post will provide a concise overview of these changes, equipping you with the knowledge you need to protect your business.
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Helping the Underdog: Avery Mayne and her Elder Law Practice
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Avery Mayne’s first elder law client was her law review, the
Marquette Elder’s Advisor. As editor-in-chief her 3L year, she found herself fighting for its existence. “It was probably my first experience doing some real advocacy,” she told me. Mayne has built on that experience to continue advocating for those whose welfare is threatened. I’m interviewing elder law attorneys around the state to find out why and how they started practicing elder law, what
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Appeals Court: Circuit Court Lost Competency in Final Hearing for Involuntary Commitment After Required Report Arrived Late
Jan. 9, 2025 – A required psychological report filed less than 48 hours before a final hearing for involuntary commitment stripped the circuit court of competency because it deprived the person to be committed of due process, the Wisconsin Court of Appeals recently decided in Outagamie County v. M.J.B., 2024 AP 250. Circuit courts have subject matter jurisdiction under the Wisconsin Constitution, but a circuit court may not be competent to hear a case if it fails
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A New Jersey Case and the Insidiousness of Arbitration Agreements
A recent appellate court opinion out of New Jersey, McGinty v. Zheng (Sept. 20, 2024), which addressed issues surrounding arbitration agreements in the context of personal injury claims, sparked my interest.
The McGinty case is a pivotal example of how courts are interpreting arbitration agreements in the digital age, and serves as a significant reminder for lawyers about the enforceability of arbitration clauses and the implications of user agreements in digital platforms.
Teresa Kobelt, U.W. 1988, is an
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Daddy Sang Bass, Mama Sang Ethics
If any of you are in need of 2.5-3 on-demand ethics CLE hours (depending on how your state counts time), or are curious about what happens when people who are not me* try to make ethics CLE fun, Cleveland-based Squire Patton Boggs has created a free long-form ethics CLE musical. (Hey, I run a legal ethics snark blog, and wrote a State Bar ethics article based on an REM earworm, I’m not judging.)
The program can be viewed
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Disciplining a New Employee Who Takes Unplanned, Unexcused Days Off
How can we discipline a new employee who takes unplanned, unexcused days off for sickness, family emergencies, etc.? We don’t currently have a policy on how many unexcused days off are allowed.
Wisconsin employers have an interest in ensuring that their employees do not engage in misconduct, including unplanned, unexcused time off from work. Accordingly, the Wisconsin Statues for unemployment compensation include provisions that permit discharging an employee for engaging in misconduct. “Misconduct” is one or more actions or
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CBD, THC, and the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act
Consider the following hypothetical: a veteran employee of a Wisconsin corporation with a spotless disciplinary record shows up to work, where he is required to take a random drug test. The test is pursuant to the corporation’s long-established drug use policy, which mandates immediate termination for employees who test positive for controlled substances without a valid prescription. The policy is applied evenly to all employees, and the tests are administered without bias or discrimination.
Although the employee states that
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The CTA Journey – It Goes On and On and On
January 3, 2025
The Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) has been on a journey this past month with a whirlwind of court rulings: halted by a federal district court, reinstated by the Fifth Circuit’s motions panel, had its reporting deadlines extended by FinCEN, and then halted again by the Fifth Circuit’s merits panel. Amidst all this back-and-forth, predicting what will happen next can be challenging, but here are a few possible scenarios.
(1) The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Briefing
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IL Supreme Court’s New AI Policy Takes a Balanced Approach
The Illinois Supreme Court has released its new policy on generative AI use in courts, effective January 1, 2025. The policy takes a balanced approach – acknowledging AI’s potential while setting clear boundaries for its use.
Some notable elements of the policy:
- First, the policy opens with the phrase “Embracing the advancements of artificial intelligence” – signaling an intentionally forward-looking perspective. It explicitly states that AI use “should not be discouraged” when it complies with legal and ethical
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It’s Almost Here! Public Domain Day!
Copyright law can be a bit convoluted, but occasionally, the legislature does things that actually simplify life. One thing they did was to make all the copyrights expire on December 31 rather than throughout the year. The 1998 Copyright Term Extension Act gave works published or registered before 1978 a 95-year term, expiring on January 1 after the conclusion of the 95th year.
That means that on January 1, 2025, copyrighted works from 1929 will enter the US public
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Can You Be Charged with Conspiracy Without Committing a Crime?
Can You Be Charged with Conspiracy Without Committing a Crime?
Posted on December 30, 2024 in White Collar Crimes
The crime of conspiracy is unusual given the fact that, even if you do not technically commit another crime, you can be charged with conspiracy to commit a crime if you start planning the crime and meet other elements of the criminal offense. That is because the crime of conspiracy is its own separate crime – for example, you could
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