Wisconsin Civil Rights Legal Questions

When purchasing a used car in Wisconsin, the lemon law as it's known does not apply. But there are legal requirements on disclosure of known defects and certain other matters. If the dealer knew of the defects but did not disclose them to you, you probably have claims for misrepresentation or even fraud. If the dealer made false representations about the quality of the car or status of any particular component that is defective, there may also be warranty type of claims. If the dealer financed the purchase, you may have a defense to the car loan too. You should consider consulting with an attorney about the matter to better understand your legal rights and responsibilities. An attorney should only give you advice after fully understanding the circumstances. For more information on car fraud, you may want to visit our website at www.celcwi.com or our blog at www.wisconsin-consumer.com where we have more information on car fraud matters for Wisconsin consumers.... Read More

This sounds like the tort action called abuse of process, and it is a claim against the individual that caused the police to arrest and prosecute your husband. Damages could include recovery of your expenses for defending against a meritless claim prompted by the lies and emotional distress this has caused your husband and possibly your distress too. While you can bring a claim without an attorney, this is a substantial matter involving an amount that would require the Circuit Court of the County to resolve for you to get full recovery. I recommend you talk to an attorney about pursuing the matter if you are so inclined. Don't delay in bring a claim in court if you intend to do so. Since this is an intentional tort, I believe Wisconsin's 2-year period of limitations applies, meaning you must file a claim within two years or you may lose your right to recover.... Read More

I believe you have a strong case, but also have some reservations.  I can think of a range of state law violations, and likely some violations of Federal law as well, that stem from a clandestine recording of you having sexual relations without your knowledge, and later dissemination of that tape.  I would clearly need to research it more to provide you with a definitive answer.  The problem you will have is not having a good case, where a jury will likely give you some serious money, but rather from whom you can collect.  If this person is independently wealthily, or owns a home or other assets, you could collect from them or from, potentially, some of their insurance policies.  If it is just a local guy, with no real assets except his Ford Escort hatchback, you can get a big verdict, but have no way to get paid any money.  Maybe you can email me with some more information. Bob Keach bobkeach@keachlawfirm.com... Read More