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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.
High court shuns truth in advertising
Permit me to fantasize for a moment. Fifteen years ago, our Supreme Court had an opportunity to rule that “truth in advertising” applied to Supreme Court elections. It failed to do so. It also failed to rule to the contrary. Instead, the court tied 3-3, and in Wisconsin our rules do not allow a tie-breaker.
Top court unites in Wolfe-Elections Commission case
The often-divided state Supreme Court the other day issued a unanimous decision on a controversial case. Such unity is worth noting in these days of bitter partisanship and an April state Supreme Court race that will cost tens of millions of dollars to determine ideological control of the high court.
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- Wisconsin Supreme Court weighs judicial recusal rule
- Brunette launches bid for Supreme Court
- Franklin man pleads guilty to SNAP fraud, tax crimes
- Wisconsin absentee ballot dispute may spark lawsuit
- Brookfield attorney license revoked in abuse case
- Pabst liable under Wisconsin workplace safety law
- Wisconsin lawmakers spend taxpayer funds on legal fees
- Kenosha DA faces sanctions request in homicide trial
- Oshkosh school administrator sues district for job back
- Wisconsin GOP seeks dismissal of school funding lawsuit
- Green Bay cocaine trafficking leader gets 14 years
- Schimel: No Trump pressure on running attorney’s office
Case Digests
- Protective Placement Order-Directory Statute-Involuntary Commitment
- Notice of Claim-Statute of Limitations
- Probable Cause-Fourth Amendment-OWI
- Breach of Contract-Arbitration Clause
- Federal Jurisdiction-Final Order Review
- Procedural Default- Successive Habeas Application
- Termination of Parental Rights-Manifest Justice Standard
- Certiorari Review-Jurisdictional Authority-Due Process Requirements
- Standing-Judicial Review of PSC Decision
- Plain Error-Jury Instructions
- Discovery Violation-Harmless Error
- Employee Classification-Insurance
