How an OWI Conviction Can Affect Your Livelihood

March 10, 2026 | Criminal Defense Attorney

Most people facing an OWI charge in Wisconsin think first about the immediate consequences, such as fines, license suspension, and the possibility of jail time. Those are serious concerns, but the long-term impact on your career and financial stability can be just as devastating, and in some cases, far more lasting. A conviction follows you well beyond the courthouse, reaching into your workplace, your professional licenses, and your ability to earn a living for years to come. At Hogan Eickhoff, our criminal defense attorneys have seen firsthand how a single OWI conviction can derail careers that took years to build. We know what is at stake, and this is one of the most compelling reasons to fight your charge from the very start. Jobs That Require a Clean Driving Record If your job involves getting behind the wheel in any capacity, an OWI conviction creates an immediate problem. Employers in … Continued

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What to Do if You Are Pulled Over for OWI This Holiday Season

December 20, 2022 | Criminal Defense Attorney

OWI arrests throughout Wisconsin often increase dramatically over the holiday season. People celebrate the holidays at gatherings where alcohol is served. Accordingly, police departments increase enforcement efforts during the holiday season to deter and catch drunk drivers. Christmas and New Year’s Eve are among the days when there is the highest number of OWI arrests.

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Do You Need a Lawyer for a Traffic Ticket?

August 3, 2021 | Criminal Defense Attorney

If you are wondering whether you need a lawyer for a traffic ticket, we would start by giving you the answer that it seems like most lawyers give to most any legal question: it depends. There are a number of factors that determine whether you need legal help for your traffic ticket. Of course, there are times when it does not make sense to go to the expense of hiring an attorney to fight the ticket. However, in other cases, you could only benefit from having legal help on your side.

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Be Aware of Increased DUI Enforcement During the Holidays

December 7, 2020 | DUI

The holiday season is when many drivers tend to let down their guard when they get behind the wheel. Whether they are celebrating at home or are out at small gatherings, Americans double their drinking during the holidays. Between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, Americans are 69% more likely to drink too much than they would at other times of the year. Our team at Hogan Eickhoff would like to warn you about the dangers and ramifications of drinking and driving.

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