Statute of Limitations – Product Liability
This appeal turns on the Illinois discovery rule for applying the statute of limitations to product liability claims.
Statutory Interpretation – Assault
Todd Stands Alone, while imprisoned at a federal correctional facility in Wisconsin, injured a correctional officer.
Arbitration Award
It would be difficult to overstate the strength of the Supreme Court’s support for arbitration when the parties have elected to resolve their disputes using that mechanism.
Weekly Case Digests – October 18, 2021 – October 22, 2021
Weekly Case Digests – October 18, 2021 - October 22, 2021
Attorney Disciplinary Proceedings
Pending before the court is Attorney Daniel Parks' second petition for reinstatement of his license to practice law in Wisconsin.
Unlawful Seizure – Suppression of Evidence
The State charged John W. Lane with operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated and with a prohibited blood alcohol concentration, third offense, based on evidence obtained during a traffic stop.
Guardianship and Protective Placement
L.W. appeals orders for guardianship and protective placement. L.W. argues that the order for protective placement should be reversed.
Divorce – Property Division
Kimberly B. Rushman appeals the circuit court’s division of property in a judgment of divorce between herself and her former husband, Christopher John McMahon.
Jury Instructions
Eric Newman appeals a judgment of conviction for aggravated battery and an order denying his postconviction motion.
Unlawful-stop Claim – Ordinary Inquiry – Suppression of Evidence
The State appeals an order suppressing evidence found during a traffic stop of Joel R. Davis.
Insurance Claim – Coverage
Amy was sexually assaulted by Cody Triebs inside the cab of Triebs’ pickup truck and on the truck’s tailgate.
Involuntary Commitment and Medication
Susan appeals from an order for involuntary commitment under WIS. STAT. § 51.20, as well as an order for involuntary medication and treatment.
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