Separate Entity Commercial Real Estate May Not Be Safe From Creditors
It is a common practice in Wisconsin (and in other states, as well) for a commercial enterprise to separate the ownership of its real estate from its actual operating facilities. For example, a manufacturing concern might set up a separate entity – often, a limited liability company (LLC) – to own and manage the enterprise’s…
Lease Termination Agreements Can Avoid Expensive Litigation Issues
Milwaukee, Wisconsin Commercial Lease Litigation Attorneys In a perfect world, a commercial lease agreement would speak to every potential issue that might develop during the term of the lease. It would also anticipate every factor that might be present at the time of the lease’s termination. We don’t, of course, live in a perfect world….
“Wink and Nod” No-Poaching Understanding Can Lead Criminal Liability
Criminal Liability Attorneys Serving the Milwaukee Area When it comes to U.S. antitrust law, there is a common misconception that only high-level executives for large, multi-national corporations need to be concerned about potential violations. Nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, not only do our antitrust laws cut a broad swath – affecting…
Employer Should Recognize Privacy Issue With New Identification Badges
Handling Privacy Issues Facing Businesses in Milwaukee, Wisconsin The employee sits in a cubicle at work when the app on her smart phone alerts her to the fact that someone has just pushed the doorbell button on the employee’s front porch 18 miles away. The small camera on the porch relays the fact that it…
OSHA’s New Rules on Post-Accident Drug Testing Affect Many WI Employer
Milwaukee, Wisconsin Employer Best Practices Attorneys Many employers in Wisconsin – and across the nation – have post-accident drug testing programs in place. Under those programs, any employee who sustains a work-related accident or injury is subjected to drug screening and blood tests at the time medical care is provided. Many HR executives prefer “blanket”…
Commercial Real Estate: Tips for Dealing with Drones
Real Estate Litigation Lawyers’ Advice on Drone Use for Milwaukee Businesses As shoppers approach the holiday season, they’re likely to collide – sometimes literally – with one of the high-tech drones that are sweeping their way through the American market. A recent quick online search from one retailer identified a half-dozen or so for sale….
Milwaukee Tortious Interference Claims Attorneys
Seventh Circuit Recognizes “Substantial Truthfulness” Defense to Tortious Interference Claims As the old legal saying goes, “Truth is an absolute defense to defamation.” While there may be an exception or two to every legalism, including the one about truth, having the truth on one’s side is always important. For example, it can be a defense…
Recent Case Offers Wisconsin Businesses Hope Protecting Customer Lists
Commercial Litigation and Non-Compete Lawyers Serving Milwaukee Businesses In a September post, we discussed a recent Wisconsin Supreme Court case that cast doubt on the enforceability of “anti-poaching” provisions in Wisconsin employment contracts. As you will recall, such provisions provide that if an employee is terminated or otherwise leaves the employment, he or she may…
Wisconsin Employers Must Exercise Care With Employee Wellness Programs
Business Litigation Lawyers Assisting Employers and Employees with Wellness Program Legalities For years, Wisconsin employers and insurers have recognized that the healthier the workforce, the lower the cost of providing healthcare. And so, many employers offer workplace wellness programs intended to encourage healthier lifestyles or prevent disease. Often, the plans are coupled with financial incentives…