What is the next step when given a summons to appear in court over a credit debt that I was unaware of during former marriage?

You are definitely going to want to appear and NOT ignore the summons and complaint. I am not completely sure how the divorce will factor in but...

This is all the statute says on representation: DWD 140.02  Representation of parties. Any party may appear on the party's own behalf at any...

Is my boss being unethical?

Depending on the severity and frequency of his mentioning your "perceived disability," an argument could be made for hostile environment based upon...

Civil demand letter from ShopKo, do I really need to pay them....?

It's a gamble. You could ignore and be sued then it's all over CCAP and there's always the potential of some fraudulent attempt at service, you...

What are my rights when getting written up in a union workplace?

You'll want to consult with a labor & employment attorney because since you are unionized, the employer is bound by both law and the collective...

Can your landlord withhold your security deposit for cleaning.

State statute doesn't specify how much may be charged and only states it must be "reasonable." Thus, a commissioner may deem that too high and...

Can an employer read your TB test in front of a class room?

There is a specific State statute in Wisconsin that forbids this type of medical information sharing. Best to contact an employment attorney to...

Denied unemployment compensation

You can handle it yourself but it may be wise to hire counsel. You're going to have to participate in a formal hearing before an administrative...

Is there a way to contest an existing restraning order?

If I am not mistaken from my experiences with TROs with clients is that there is only about a 30-day window to file an appeal to contest an issued...

I was fired for a work related injury.

You may have some difficulty in not accepting reinstatement but may perhaps bargain for severance pay (aka front pay) in lieu of reinstatement if...