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Brensten Education, which closed in January 2016, must go to a jury trial on claims brought against it by former students, Judge Pedro Colon in Milwaukee ruled recently. The former students, represented by Briane Pagel and LawtonCates filed suit in 2017, alleging that Brensten’s radio advertisements were misleading and that Brensten failed to deliver on […]
CreditBox, a short term lender that has been a party to over 3,000 lawsuits in Wisconsin, recently paid $55,000 to LawtonCates and its client to settle claims that it had treated a customer unfairly. CreditBox had sued the customer, and gotten a default judgment. The customer then hired LawtonCates and our firm was able to […]
Join us in celebrating Cindy Frank’s incredible journey! After 41+ dedicated years as a legal assistant with LC, Cindy’s retirement marks a milestone. Starting her remarkable journey in 1979, her unwavering commitment and bright spirit have left an indelible mark. The celebration took place on July 30th at The Oaks Golf Course, uniting family, friends, […]
Congratulations to our clients the Perrine’s on their big sale! Click here to read more.
We have much to be proud of and celebrate at LawtonCates. Not only have our attorneys been recognized for their professional achievements, but we also have a new team member. Selection to Super Lawyers Attorneys Terrence M. Polich and Dixon R. Gahnz have been chosen to the 2022 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list. Receiving this honor requires going through a multiphase […]
On Saturday, August 20th, the family of Jason Simcakoski, a veteran of the United States Marines and Stevens Point native who tragically lost his life in 2014, hosted the fourth annual Simmy Golf Tournament at Glacier Wood Golf Club. Both singles and foursomes were encouraged to participate in the event, which began at 8 am […]
America’s Top 100 LLC aims to recognize those that are considered the most accomplished and experienced professionals in their respective fields. We are happy to announce that Attorney Polich is among America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys (2021). America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Lawyers: the Selection Process Members are selected to America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys […]
In an effort to provide a brief respite to all of the unrest in our country, I invite you to watch or share a brief video of me providing guidance on how to dress appropriately for court. Nothing overly serious or revolutionary, but it is a question that I get often. Please forgive my fancy […]
A $1.85 million settlement has been reached in a case involving a 1999 van crash that killed seven and seriously injured five magazine salespeople. The accident occurred when the unlicensed driver Jeremy Holmes, age 21, switched seats at 81 mph on Interstate Highway 90 north of Janesville, Wisconsin. Monica Forgues, then age 15, was left […]
Many, but not all, student loan borrowers have been given relief from their student loans by virtue of the “CARES” Act, which frees borrowers from making payments on their loans until September 30, 2020; during this time, interest is set to zero, no payments are due, but the government will still count the skipped months […]