Tribes now free to prosecute non-Indians for certain crimes
American Indian tribes across the country now have the authority to prosecute non-Indians for a limited set of crimes that center on domestic violence.
US justices side with Labor Department in overtime pay dispute
The U.S. Supreme Court has sided with the Obama administration in upholding a rule making mortgage brokers eligible for overtime pay under federal labor law.
Do first refusal rights need termination dates to be enforceable?
Without a termination date, would a 1998 agreement giving a local dairy company the right of first refusal to buy or rent 450 acres of farmland in Outagamie County be enforceable?
States say Obama administration misled judge on immigration
A coalition of states -- including Wisconsin -- suing to stop President Barack Obama's executive action on immigration alleges the government misled a judge about not implementing part of the plan before the judge temporarily halted it.
Schimel promises transparency in fatal shooting probe
Wisconsin's attorney general is promising a thorough and transparent investigation into the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old by a Madison police officer.
Plan to succeed when opening your own firm
So you’re thinking about opening your own firm. Maybe you’ve even made the decision to do it. Now what?
Perri finds fulfillment defending those in need
For Jeremy Perri, there was never a Plan B.
Report: Many Wis. drivers ignore license suspensions
A local media investigation has found thousands of Wisconsin motorists continue driving despite license revocations and suspensions.
Father, girlfriend to face trial in toddler’s death (UPDATE)
The father of a 3-year-old girl and his girlfriend will stand trial on charges in the toddler's death in La Crosse County.
To win clients, you must play the networking game
Establishing a strong network is a key component to developing business, as it sets the stage for more client work and referrals.
9 claims dismissed in Milwaukee archdiocese bankruptcy (UPDATE)
A judge in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee bankruptcy has eliminated the largest number of sexual abuse claims to date in the 4-year-old case.
Charges: Woman was on social media before fatal crash
A western Wisconsin woman is accused of chatting on Facebook before a crash that killed three children, including her daughter and two nieces, in December 2013.
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- Wisconsin Supreme Court to hear arguments in Democratic governor’s suit against GOP-led Legislature
- Lawsuit asks Wisconsin Supreme Court to strike down governor’s 400-year veto
- Wisconsin man pleads not guilty to neglect in disappearance of boy
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