Suppression of Evidence
Mitrovich, faced charges for possessing child pornography following a multinational investigation that utilized a software program to uncover evidence on his computer.
Insurance Claim-“Broad Evidence Rule”
Margrit Meier, proprietor of the Hartland Inn restaurant, submitted a coverage claim to Wadena Insurance Company following a fire that ravaged her establishment.
Retaliation Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Brooks, a former police lieutenant who developed sleep apnea, asserted that the City violated the Americans with Disabilities Act by failing to reasonably accommodate his condition, discriminating against him, and retaliating against him for lodging complaints.
Juror Procedure-Allowance of Expert Testimony-Jury Instructions
Artis had been previously convicted of misusing public funds for personal political purposes.
Evidence-Sentencing Guidelines
Anthony Bender, Jr. was convicted of unlawful possession of a firearm, resulting in a 96-month prison sentence.
Gender Identity Support- Due Process and Free Exercise Clauses of the U.S. Constitution
Parents Protecting Our Children, an organization of parents, sought to halt the implementation of the Eau Claire Area School District’s Administrative Guidance for Gender Identity Support.
Illinois Workers’ Occupational Diseases Act
Candice Martin, representing herself and her deceased husband Rodney Martin's estate, sued Goodrich Corporation and PolyOne Corporation, Rodney's former employers.
National Firearms Act-Sentencing Guidelines
The Seventh Circuit upheld the ruling of the Southern District of Illinois, which determined that a tin can containing energetic powder, sealed with adhesive, and equipped with a fuse qualifies as a "destructive device" under the National Firearms Act.
Indiana Unclaimed Property Act
Gerlach alleged that Indiana officials violated her Fifth Amendment right to just compensation under the Takings Clause.
Sentencing Guidelines
The Seventh Circuit upheld a 240-month prison sentence imposed on Herbert Holder, a repeat offender convicted on three counts of distributing methamphetamine and being a felon in possession of a firearm,
Sentencing Guidelines
Seymour, a member of the Latin Dragon Nation street gang pleaded guilty to a charge under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO).
First Amendment Retaliation Claim
Schlemm, an inmate, had filed a First Amendment retaliation claim against Brendan Pizzala, Jay Van Lanen, and Michael Donovan. Schlemm's claim stemmed from allegations against him regarding the theft of sage from the chapel of the Green Bay Correctional Institution, which resulted in a conduct report being issued against him.
Legal News
- COMMENTARY: State Bar Board displays ‘irresponsibility, buffoonery and ineptitude’
- Schuster wins top honors from Wisconsin Newspaper Association
- Trump GA case advances as former President faces other legal challenges
- Wisconsin voters to decide on banning private money to help fund elections
- A judge tosses claims against a former Wisconsin police officer who killed 3 people in five years
- Wisconsin Republican Senate candidate Hovde promises to donate salary to charity
- Steven Avery’s attorney Zellner files ‘bombshell’ Manitowoc motion
- Evers taps Marcus Hawkins to Public Service Commission
- School shootings prompt more states to fund digital maps for first responders
- Wisconsin Democrats oppose bi-partisan bill against China spyware Tiktok
- Milwaukee Bucks partner with WisDOT to expand reckless driving prevention campaign
- Evers taps State Bar President-Elect Bucher for Circuit Court Judge
WLJ People
- Power 30 Personal Injury Attorneys – Russell Nicolet
- Power 30 Personal Injury Attorneys – Benjamin Nicolet
- Power 30 Personal Injury Attorneys – Dustin T. Woehl
- Power 30 Personal Injury Attorneys – Katherine Metzger
- Power 30 Personal Injury Attorneys – Joseph Ryan
- Power 30 Personal Injury Attorneys – James M. Ryan
- Power 30 Personal Injury Attorneys – Dana Wachs
- Power 30 Personal Injury Attorneys – Mark L. Thomsen
- Power 30 Personal Injury Attorneys – Matthew Lein
- Power 30 Personal Injury Attorneys – Jeffrey A. Pitman
- Power 30 Personal Injury Attorneys – William Pemberton
- Power 30 Personal Injury Attorneys – Howard S. Sicula