Recent Articles from Derek Hawkins
Trump supporters trying to recall Wisconsin GOP leader failed, elections review concludes
A judge later ruled that Wolfe is legally holding her position.
Man charged with detonating explosive device outside of Attorney General’s Office
FBI officials said those responsible will be held accountable.
Former Cornell University student pleads guilty to death, rape threats of Jews on campus
“Patrick Dai’s disturbingly violent threats caused widespread panic and fear throughout Cornell University’s Jewish community." - FBI
Evers vetoes a Republican-backed bill targeting PFAS chemicals
The waters of Green Bay also are contaminated.
Alleged CIA developed Havana Syndrome energy-weapon, attorney says one possible theory for coverup
CIA employees around the world, including in Wisconsin and U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson, are among the latest possible targets of Havana Syndrome.
Trump targets Robin Vos, Meagan Wolfe, and Reince Priebus during interview
Wolfe did not steal the election from Trump.
Commentary: Attorney to State Bar of Wisconsin: ‘Your logic swallows itself’
Wisconsin lawyer demands State Bar of Wisconsin's objectivity.
Hilton illegally failed to consult union, Court of Appeals says
Although Hilton had no obligation to bargain with the Union over its choice to renovate the hotel, it had an obligation to provide information to the Union about the renovations.
Trial starts up against BNSF Railway over asbestos cases
Voir Dire began Monday.
Gov. Evers Seeks applicants for Jefferson County Sheriff
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers announced Wednesday he is seeking applicants for Jefferson County Sheriff. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Sheriff Paul Milbrath’s resignation, effective Aug. 8, 2024. The new sheriff will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2027. To apply, please complete the “Register of Deeds, […]
Conservative hoaxers to pay up to $1.25M under agreement with 2020 robocall scheme
Prosecutors have said the robocalls went out to about 85,000 people across the U.S.
Wisconsin Senate’s longest-serving member will not seek reelection
He did not address the new maps in his statement.
Legal News
- Survey: Harris has enough delegates to be nominee
- Outside the RNC, small Milwaukee businesses and their regulars tried to salvage a sluggish week
- Biden called to resign immediately after the president announces he won’t seek reelection
- Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race, endorses Harris
- Local PA cops allegedly thought Trump’s would-be assassin was Secret Service
- Biden-Lead Secret Service admits agency denied past requests by Trump’s campaign for tighter security
- Class action filed against Walgreens
- Former Waukesha County Sheriff’s Office lieutenant pleads guilty to smuggling contraband
- Two dead, one injured after Ozaukee County water rescue
- RNC Final Day: Trump accepts GOP Nomination
- Wisconsin officials intervene in Planned Parenthood action
- 7th Circuit adopts modifications to Rules 31, 34, 40, 47 and 60
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