Pedersen Law Office Blog

Know the tax issues that will matter when negotiating your divorce. When going through a divorce it is difficult to see all aspects that will be affected. If you do not plan for these issues in your divorce, you may get a surprise at tax time.

Destroy the misconception that Sex Trafficking is just a big city issue. It is occurring even in close knit communities of the Appleton area. Choosing to ignore the issue will not make it less real.

Find out who has to pay a deceased parent’s debts after they pass away. What happens if the medical bills and credit cards are larger than the whole estate?

Understand how the insurance company works and what to watch out for. Remember, the insurance company is not your friend!

Find out what advantages there are to having an attorney represent you in a divorce and whether it is worth the investment or not. Even if you and your spouse agree to most issues, there are reasons why an attorney should be involved - find out why.

Before you can decide whether you should use an attorney to draft your will or just use a fill in the blank form online, you need to know the advantages of having a local attorney. Learn the benefits of consulting an attorney versus using fill in the blank forms for estate planning.

Discover what to do if you are being charged for a crime you did not commit. Unfortunately, there is a lot more to your case than just telling the truth. Find out how to navigate through the court system and if it is in your best interest to hire an attorney even if you are innocent.

Discover your options when hit by a driver who does not have insurance. Your Wisconsin auto insurance policy includes uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage. Find out what these are and how they can help you.

Discover the issues that stay at home moms face during a divorce and how to prepare for them. We will cover the topics of child placement, child support, health insurance, property division and maintenance / alimony. Have more questions? We offer free consults in all our areas of practice.

Learn what forms are necessary to protect your loved ones from having to go through the time consuming court systems and incur unnecessary legal fees. Find out not only what common forms are used but what they are used for and how they apply to your family situation.