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Ann Walsh Bradley and the cause of openness
Justice Ann Walsh Bradley was a consistent advocate for transparency in government.
More explanations needed for closed sessions
Government entities have too many reasons to go into a closed session. A recent ruling may help change that.
Perfect and not-so-perfect justice
The justice system — even when it gets a situation right — is imperfect because it’s comprised of human beings rather than superheroes like Superman.
Better managers boost profits, not just morale
Strong people managers drive profits, sales, and quality. Learn three simple habits that improve engagement and cut turnover without extra cost.
Thank legislators for supporting government transparency
SB 194 allows for the awarding of attorneys’ fees and costs in Wisconsin Open Records Law cases if the threat of a lawsuit was a significant factor in obtaining the records.
Tackling the defense lawyer shortage (A non-update)
A lack of public defenders is slowing down the judicial process in Wisconsin and no one seems to be looking at the issue.
The post-pandemic state of youth justice in Milwaukee County
The youth justice system in Milwaukee County now operates at roughly its pre-pandemic capacity, but it is seeing more severe offenses committed by youth in Wisconsin’s largest county.
Weighing the consequences of Judge Dugan’s arrest
Much as I would prefer any other topic for my column this month, the arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan was the biggest story in local law in, well, forever.
Mental health and the law
With a lump or two in my throat, I’m going to address one of the most difficult issues in the area of law — the complicated situation of those suffering with mental health conditions who are involved in our legal system.
Improving the landscape of legal community leadership
Now, with more than 25 years of experience practicing law, I am being asked to weigh in on how experienced attorneys can actively support and uplift others in our profession.
$107 million later … what we learned
At least $107 million was spent overall in the state Supreme Court race — shattering the previous national record set only two years ago in Wisconsin, according to a WisPolitics tally.
Poll suggests issues at heart of high court race
New results from the Marquette University Law School poll show Wisconsin voters don’t know much about the candidates in the pivotal race for the state Supreme Court, but they do have firm opinions on issues the court may decide.
Polls
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- Attorney reprimanded over witness payments
- Animal rights activists set for trial in beagle raid case
- Wisconsin ballot curing lawsuit seeks uniform voter rules
- Kenosha couple loses appeal in Brewers 50/50 raffle case
- State lawsuit seeks electronic ballots for disabled voters
- Attorney disbarred after sexual assault conviction
- Wisconsin mom freed from ICE custody, speaks out
- Wisconsin Supreme Court weighs judicial recusal changes
- Toney eyes rematch with Kaul in AG race
- State Supreme Court to hear gerrymander case
- Former prison lieutenant fined $500 in inmate death case
- Officials worry about USPS speed with ballot delivery
Case Digests
- Involuntary Medication-Competency to Stand Trial
- Informer Privilege Statute-Clear Error
- Sixth Amendment-Third-Party Perpetrator Evidence
- Plea Withdrawal-Manifest Injustice
- Ineffective Assistance of Counsel-Procedural Bar
- CHIPS Confidentiality-Remedial Versus Punitive Sanctions
- Insurance Law
- Breach of Contract-Rule 12(b)(6) Dismissal
- Constitutional Law-Qualified Immunity-First Amendment Retaliation
- Qualified Immunity-Excessive Force-Civil Rights
- Hostile Work Environment-Sexual Harassment
- Sufficiency of Evidence-McDonnell Douglas Framework
