Author: LawtonCates
LawtonCates announced today an addition to its South Central Wisconsin law firm with Nikki Yang joining as an attorney in personal injury, civil rights, contract disputes, and criminal defense practice areas. Yang is a skilled lawyer who graduated from the University of Wisconsin School of Law. Born in China, she grew up in a family […]
A Dane County jury ordered Toby’s Auto Sales and Body shop to pay $156,660 in damages to a customer whose car was illegally repossessed and who was then harassed by the dealer when she tried to get her property back. Toby’s Auto repossessed the customer’s vehicle, but did so before it provided her with a […]
Were you injured in a Wisconsin hit-and-run accident and left wondering what to do next? Just because the other driver fled the scene doesn’t mean you’re out of options. The experienced car accident attorneys at LawtonCates can explain how to handle hit-and-run accidents in Wisconsin. What Immediate Steps Should I Take After a […]
LawtonCates is proud to announce that three of its attorneys have been chosen for inclusion on the 2024 Wisconsin Super Lawyers List. Only five percent of lawyers in the state are selected each year following a rigorous vetting process by Super Lawyers researchers. Attorneys are named to Super Lawyers for their excellence in their chosen […]
One Main Financial’s legal troubles continue to mount as a Dodge County judge vacated a judgment and allowed a debtor to file counterclaims in a small claims collection case. One Main had filed suit against the debtor in May 2023. The debtor was not able to go to court and did not think she could […]
Citibank violated the Wisconsin Consumer Act by its conduct directed at its customer, an arbitrator found on June 20, 2024. The case began with Citibank suing the customer in small claims court. The customer retained Attorney Briane Pagel of LawtonCates and filed a counterclaim, leading Citi to demand arbitration. In arbitration, represented by Ballard Spahr […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Madison, Wisconsin – May 2024 – LawtonCates, a prominent law firm specializing in personal injury cases in Madison and Jefferson, Wisconsin, proudly announces the launch of the redesigned website, live at www.lawtoncates.com. Redesigned Website Features: Enhanced User Experience: The website now offers a more intuitive and user-friendly interface, allowing clients to easily […]
Jim Olson, Wisconsin resident and attorney at LawtonCates, is spearheading an essential environmental initiative in the state. This initiative, focused on the “home lake” rule, targets wake boats to address the critical issue of the spread of aquatic invasive species in the state’s lakes. Olson’s petition to the Department of Natural Resources proposes a key solution: restricting wake […]
Do Good Wisconsin is a non-profit that showcases the good being done by individuals, organizations, and businesses statewide. The organization comprises volunteers, known as Ambassadors, from around the state who focus on bringing good news to their communities and encouraging others to do the same. DG uses its social media platforms to share stories of everyday […]
Understanding Super Lawyers Recognition Super Lawyers is a prestigious rating platform that recognizes exceptional legal professionals from over 70 areas of practice. These lawyers have achieved notable professional success and are highly regarded by their peers. The selection process, which is both rigorous and multiphase, includes peer nominations, independent research, and peer evaluations. To be nominated […]