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When Should a Wisconsin Business Hire a Litigation Attorney?
A Wisconsin corporation cannot send its president to court to argue its case. The Wisconsin Supreme Court has held that only a licensed lawyer can appear in court for a corporation in small claims cases. In this case, the company’s appeal was dismissed, even though it was filed on time and the opposing party admitted… Read more
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What Should a Business Do When a Customer Breaches a Contract in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin gives businesses six years to sue for most broken contracts. This sounds generous. In practice, the first few weeks after a breach have a far greater impact on the outcome than filing deadlines do, and a few early mistakes can weaken a strong claim. Start With the Contract Itself Before you contact a customer,… Read more