Wisconsin Legal Guides
9 guides covering Wisconsin topics, each with CaseDiver search beside the article.
- Agreement to Sell Sports Memorabilia Collection Held Not Enforceable Against Estate
A February 2020 case from Wisconsin holds that an agreement to sell the Decedent's sports memorabilia collection was not enforceable against the Decedent's estate, because the contract was illusory. In Estate of Alfred John Capelli and Juli…
- Castle Doctrine in Wisconsin: Deadly Force Against Intruders
Wisconsin castle doctrine: when occupants may use deadly force against home intruders, key statutes (Wis. Stat. § 939.48), presumptions, and leading cases.
- How Do You Make a Valid Will In Wisconsin?
To make a valid will under Wisconsin law, the will must be: In writing; Signed by the testator; Signed by two witnesses. The requirements for a valid will in Wisconsin can be found at Wisconsin Statutes § 853.03 . Who Can Make a Vali…
- Stand Your Ground Laws in Wisconsin
Wisconsin stand-your-ground overview (hybrid / limited stand-your-ground): duty to retreat, statutes, civil immunity, and controlling cases.
- Surviving Spouse Rights Wisconsin
Surviving spouse rights in Wisconsin include: Intestate share Marital Property Rights Family Allowance Special Allowance It is important to learn your widow's rights as the first step in the probate process. Surviving Spouse Rights in Wisco…
- Who Are Next Of Kin In Wisconsin?
Next of kin in Wisconsin are generally the following people: Surviving spouse or domestic partner Children Parents Brothers and Sisters Grandparents In Wisconsin the term “next of kin” is frequently used as being synonymous with the terms “…
- Wisconsin Child Support Guidelines: How Support Is Calculated
How Wisconsin calculates child support under Wis. Stat. § 767.511; Wis. Admin. Code DCF 150, including the percentage of income (percentage standard), deviations, modification, and leading cases.
- Wisconsin Hospitalized And Quarantined Electors Can Use Agent To Help Vote
Wisconsin’s surge in Covid-19 cases will result in thousands of electors hospitalized or quarantined on election day. In Wisconsin, those hospitalized or quarantined can utilize the Hospitalized Electors Process to vote using an agent. The …
- Wisconsin Maintenance: Eligibility, Amount, and Duration
How Wisconsin courts award maintenance under Wis. Stat. § 767.56: eligibility, statutory factors, duration, and leading cases.