Publications

September 16, 2025

Don’t Let a Slip and Fall Keep Your Business Down: Tips for Managing Premises Liability in Wisconsin

Melinda A. Bialzikmbialzik@kmksc.com(414) 962-5110 In Wisconsin, business owners have a legal duty to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition for those who lawfully enter […]
September 16, 2025

Section 811: Why Your Venue Provision Could Cost You When Pursuing a Retail Collection Suit

Alexander E. Georgeageorge@kmksc.com(414) 962-5110 The process of third-party collection of retail/consumer debt is a highly regulated activity under U.S. federal law (and increasingly state statute) and […]
June 17, 2025

Understanding Foreclosure Redemption Periods for Commercial Real Property in Wisconsin

Samuel M. Draversdraver@kmksc.com(414) 962-5110 For lenders seeking to foreclose on real property collateral in Wisconsin, understanding the applicable statutory “redemption period” is an important part of […]
June 17, 2025

Wisconsin Court of Appeals Invalidates Contractual Choice of Law Provision and Reinstates Chapter 128 Receiver’s Preference Claim

Samuel C. Wisotzkeyswisotzkey@kmksc.com(414) 962-5110 The Wisconsin Court of Appeals recently declared that contractual choice of law and forum selection clauses cannot be used to move a […]
March 18, 2025

New Amendments to U.S. Bankruptcy Code: Modifications to Previous Dollar Amount Thresholds

Samuel Wisotzkeyswisotzkey@kmksc.com(414) 962-5110 Section 104(a) of the Federal Bankruptcy Code provides for automatic adjustments to certain dollar amounts in the Bankruptcy Code every three years. (11 […]
March 18, 2025

The Duty to Preserve Evidence Must be Properly Observed and Monitored to Avoid Sanctions

Zach S. Whitneyzwhitney@kmksc.com(414) 962-5110 It is well recognized under the law that a duty to preserve evidence arises when a party in possession of evidence knows […]
January 15, 2025

Recent Appellate Decision Underscores The Importance Of Data Security And The Need To Preserve Information During Litigation

Ryan M. Billingsrbillings@kmksc.com(414) 962-5110 The United States Supreme Court recently denied certiorari in an attempted appeal of a Seventh Circuit decision affirming a $280 million judgment, […]
January 15, 2025

Subcontractors and Suppliers: Be Extra Careful When Providing Lien Waivers Or You May Lose Your Lien Rights

David M. Henrydhenry@kmksc.com(414) 962-5110 Lien Waivers. You can’t live with them, and you can’t live without them. If you don’t provide one, you won’t get paid. […]
September 17, 2024

Changes in WI Law Empower Condo Owners

Lance E. Duronilduroni@kmksc.com(414) 962-5110 A pair of Wisconsin statutes enacted in recent years has leveled the playing field between condominium owners and their governing associations, requiring […]