by Tlusty Law | Feb 18, 2019 | Family Law
When a couple divorces or separates, or an issue of legal paternity arises, a guardian ad litem (GAL) is appointed by a judge to represent the best interests of the child/children in instances where the parents cannot come to an agreement about legal custody or...
by Tlusty Law | Oct 30, 2018 | Family Law
If you are afraid for your safety, you have the right to protect yourself and can file for a restraining order and/or an injunction. Restraining orders, which are issued by state courts, are temporary orders that set restrictions on the person you fear. The...
by Tlusty Law | Jan 26, 2018 | Family Law
In honor of those who lost their lives on March 22, 2017, we would like to share the following message from Robyn J. De Vos, Legal/legislative Chair, Wausau Metro Strong: On March 22, 2017 Sara Quirt-Sann was killed. The sole motive for her murder was that she...
by | Jun 1, 2017 | Estate planning, Family Law
As uncomfortable as the topic may be, it’s important that people visit an attorney and plan for the future — including the possibility that they may become incapacitated and unable to make medical decisions for themselves. Two important documents include a healthcare...
by | May 18, 2017 | Family Law
It’s important that breastfeeding mothers in Wisconsin be aware of their right to breastfeed in public and at their workplace, and that employers be aware of their responsibilities to provide their female employees with the proper accommodations. According to a...
by | Mar 21, 2017 | Family Law
A divorce, separation or the death of a parent can have repercussions for grandparents as well, and we’re often asked — what visitation rights do grandparents have in this state? If a parent denies the grandparents’ access to the children, what can a grandparent do?...
