In the high-stakes world of entrepreneurship, small businesses face numerous legal challenges that can threaten their survival. From contract disputes to regulatory compliance issues, the risk of litigation looms large. However, with careful planning and proactive measures, businesses can mitigate these risks and safeguard their interests. Below are eight key strategies for risk mitigation in...

Applying for an Adult Family Home (AFH) license in Wisconsin is a process designed to ensure that homes providing care for adults meet specific health, safety, and welfare standards. An Adult Family Home is a place where 3-4 adults who are not related to the operator receive care, treatment, or services above the level of...

On Tuesday, March 19, 2024, the City of Milwaukee Common Council approved an amendment to the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances that will affect security guards and businesses who employ them. The new ordinance, once enacted, will make it unlawful for any establishment operating within city limits to use any security personnel who are not licensed...

Do you aspire to effectuate change to a charitable cause? Do you have an interest in setting up a tax-exempt entity? Using Wisconsin state law and the federal Internal Revenue Code (“IRC”), setting up a tax-exempt, non-profit entity to effectuate your goals requires a few steps:  Creation of the Non-Stock entity.  The Wisconsin legislature has...

In recent years, the landscape of the tobacco industry has undergone a significant transformation with the advent of electronic vaping devices. On December 6, 2023, Govern Tony Evers signed into law Wisconsin Act 73, which will require retailers of electronic vaping devices to hold the same retail licenses that municipalities issue to traditional cigarette and...

Contractor disputes can be a significant source of stress and financial strain for individuals and businesses alike. They can arise from various issues, including breach of contract, construction defects, delays, cost overruns, and disagreements over change orders. These disputes can involve homeowners, commercial property owners, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other parties involved in construction projects. ...

Aspiring entrepreneurs and established businesses looking to serve spirits in the City of Milwaukee will find themselves navigating a straightforward yet crucial process to secure a liquor license. The City of Milwaukee offers various types of liquor licenses to accommodate a wide range of establishments. Whether you’re planning to open a brewery, tavern, or restaurant,...

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law designed to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to public goods and services. The ADA applies to nearly all businesses serving the public, regardless of their size. This law imposes a fundamental responsibility upon business owners to make reasonable modifications...

Beginning January 1, 2024, the newly effective Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”) will require all “reporting companies” to disclose information relating to their beneficial owners to the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes and Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”). The requirement comes from the federal adoption of the CTA in light of the lack of a central database that...