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Reopening and Vacating Municipal Court Convictions
When most people think about “convictions,” they picture criminal charges. But not all convictions are criminal. A conviction for violating a municipal ordinance, such as...
How long do I have to consider my severance package?
If an employee is terminated or laid off, an employer may offer them a severance package (or separation agreement) in exchange for a waiver of...
What Is “FMLA”? And Can I Use It?
Introduction to FMLA Leave As an employee in Wisconsin, your employer might offer you different types of leave from work—think PTO, vacation, sick, medical leave,...
Do I Get Medicare on SSDI?
Do I Get Medicare on SSDI? If you are approved for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, then you have already proven to the federal government...
Think You’re Just Worn Out from Work? It Might Be a Worker’s Compensation Injury
When most people think of a work injury, they imagine a sudden accident: a fall, a machine malfunction, or something sharp that causes immediate harm....
How to Work with the DWD to Obtain Your Personnel File
Know Your Rights, and Don’t Hesitate to Act The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) has a formal complaint process to help employees enforce their...
Don’t Let The Insurance Company Downplay Your Migraines: How to Prove Your Long-Term Disability Claim
When Migraines Become Disabling Migraines are one of the most common neurological conditions in the world, yet they are also one of the most misunderstood....
How to Find a Lost Life Insurance Policy — And What to Do If Your Claim Is Denied
A Guide from HQ Law When a loved one passes away, families often face not only emotional hardship but also financial uncertainty. One of the...
Long-Term Disability and Long COVID: Science Is Finally Catching Up
Understanding Long-Term Disability and COVID-19 Long-term disability (LTD) insurance is supposed to help when you can’t work because of an illness or injury. But for...