Recent Articles from Derek Hawkins
Governor eases lockdowns at Wisconsin prisons amid lawsuit, seeks to improve safety
Sweeping measures announced to ensure the safety of corrections staff and people in DOC care.
Senate approves downsized Milwaukee Brewers stadium repair bill
The Wisconsin state Senate narrowly approved a plan Tuesday to spend nearly half a billion dollars to help the Milwaukee Brewers repair their stadium over the next three decades, brushing aside arguments that the team has more than enough money and doesn't deserve such a sizable government subsidy.
Sound of music bonds colleagues beyond big law
Music brings 1000 big law attorneys together.
Wisconsin attorney general announces gun control legislation targeting domestic violence offenders
1 in every 6 domestic violence deaths in the U.S. happened in Wisconsin.
2025 state Supreme Court race already taking shape
It’s never too early to start talking about an election. Especially when considering what could be at stake.
Commentary: Protect the press against bogus lawsuits
Local news outlets serve an invaluable function and deserve protection against those who seek to shut them up.
Supreme Court’s code of ethics lacks enforcement
The Supreme Court on Monday adopted its first code of ethics, in the face of sustained criticism over undisclosed trips and gifts from wealthy benefactors to some justices, but the code lacks a means of enforcement.
Healthcare system wins summary judgment in discrimination lawsuit
A former nurse filed the lawsuit alleging discriminatory conduct on the basis of his race. On Oct. 31, the U.S. District Court granted a motion for summary judgment.
Secret Service agents protecting Biden’s granddaughter open fire when 3 people try to break into SUV
Secret Service agents protecting President Joe Biden’s granddaughter opened fire after three people tried to break into an unmarked Secret Service vehicle in the nation’s capital, a law enforcement official told The Associated Press.
Crash Responder Safety Week emphasizes drivers’ responsibility to keep workers safe
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) urges drivers to put safety first when you see flashing lights on the side of the road.
Involuntary Commitment-Competency
Paul was charged with first-degree intentional homicide, attempted first-degree intentional homicide, and aggravated battery stemming from allegations that, in May 2020, he stabbed his father to death and he stabbed his mother.
Breach of Contract-Landlord/Tenant
312 East Wisconsin Building, LLC (312 East) appeals from the order dismissing its breach of contract claim against Project Build Behavioral Health LLC (Project Build).
Legal News
- Wisconsin DNR agrees to repeal anti-firearm rule
- Harris kicks off campaign for president with a rally in Wisconsin
- Wisconsin leads 26 governors to strengthen state and tribal child support enforcement act
- Wisconsin man charged with fleeing to Ireland to avoid prison term for Capitol riot role
- Wisconsin Supreme Court reveals September oral arguments calendar
- New Jersey man sentenced for series of violent assaults on members of the Orthodox Jewish Community
- Milwaukee County District Attorney, UWM police address Jewish threats
- With GOP convention over, Milwaukee weighs the benefits of hosting political rivals
- Secret Service head resigns as Congress formally investigates
- Milwaukee Police Department issues statement regarding video release policy
- GOP convention sets the stage for the Democratic convention in Chicago, activists and police say
- Survey: Harris has enough delegates to be nominee
Case Digests
- Ineffective Assistance of Counsel; Double Jeopardy; Sentencing
- Ineffective Assistance of Counsel; Sexual Assault-Prosecutorial Misconduct
- Contract-Negligence
- Criminal Law; Juvenile Law; Discovery
- Family Law; Child Support; Property Division First paragraph(s)
- Ineffective Assistance of Counsel- Exclusion of Evidence of Witness Bias
- Postconviction Relief-Sentencing-Ineffective Assistance of Counsel
- 14th Amendment – Due Process
- Criminal-Sentencing Guidelines – Enhancement
- Bankruptcy-Tax
- Civil Rights – 14th Amendment-Jury Instructions
- Contract; Foreclosure and Property