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CHIPS – Due Process Violation
If a circuit court determines a child is in need of protection or services (CHIPS) due to a parent's neglect, refusal, or inability (for reasons other than poverty) to provide necessary care to the extent that the physical health of the child is seriously endangered, the circuit court may order the child removed from the parental home.
Attorney Disciplinary Proceeding
We review the report of the referee, Reserve Judge William M. Gabler, Sr., recommending that this court revoke Attorney Christopher S. Petros' license to practice law in Wisconsin, require him to pay $5,000 in restitution to the father of a former client, and require him to pay the full costs of this disciplinary proceeding, which total $3,910.22 as of February 3, 2021.
Property Tax Assessment – Hub Facility Exemption
The petitioners, Southwest Airlines and AirTran Airways (collectively, Southwest), seek review of an unpublished opinion of the court of appeals affirming the circuit court's determination that Southwest does not qualify for the "hub facility" property tax exemption.
Insurance Claim – Coverage
Ismet Islami seeks review of the court of appeals decision affirming the Waukesha County Circuit Court's grant of summary judgment in favor of Kemper Independence Insurance Company (Kemper) denying coverage to Ismet for the loss of her home.
Time-barred – Notice of Claim
The petitioner, Southport Commons, LLC (Southport), seeks review of a published court of appeals decision that affirmed the circuit court's grant of the Department of Transportation's (DOT) motion for judgment on the pleadings.
Sufficiency of Evidence and Jury Instructions
Travanti Schmidt appeals a judgment of conviction for one count of assault by a prisoner.
Plea Withdrawal – CHIPS
In this consolidated appeal, “Eileen” appeals from: (1) WIS. STAT. ch. 48 dispositional orders finding her children “Erika,” “April,” and “Mark” in need of protection or services (CHIPS); and (2) an order denying her post-disposition motion to withdraw her no-contest pleas in the CHIPS actions. Eileen seeks review of the latter order on the grounds that the CHIPS petition does not [...]
Involuntary Commitment – Extension
M.J.M. appeals from an order of the circuit court extending his involuntary commitment.
Motion to Suppress Denied – Miranda Warnings
Daniel J. Rejholec was informed of and waived his rights under Miranda v. Arizona, 384 U.S. 436 (1966), prior to his custodial interrogation.
Divorce – Motion for Reconsideration Denied
Michael Albert appeals from a judgment of divorce and an order denying his motion for reconsideration.
Summary Judgment – Issue of Material Fact
Koehne Chevrolet-Buick-GMC, Inc., appeals a summary judgment granted in favor of Bayland Buildings, Inc., on Koehne’s breach of contract and breach of warranty claims.
Divorce – Maintenance
Shannen Richard appeals a judgment of divorce and a subsequent order addressing her motion to clarify the circuit court’s decision regarding maintenance.
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