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ON ETHICS: Death of a law firm
A very large Milwaukee-based firm, Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan, has died.
Read More »Wesley having a ball pursuing his ‘second’ dream
Gregory Wesley thought he might become a sports agent.
Read More »Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan to close
A long-time national law firm based in Milwaukee is closing.
Read More »Who’s Doing What: Attorneys named to Best Lawyers list; WHD names group leaders
Attorneys throughout the state have been named to the annual Best Lawyers in America list.
Read More »EEOC considers appeal after loss in Milwaukee disability case
The U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment Commission is weighing its appeal options after a Milwaukee jury decided that a woman who could no longer lift as part of her job at a Cudahy AutoZone was not considered disabled.
Read More »High court revokes Milwaukee-area attorney’s license
A former Milwaukee-area attorney's law license has been revoked after he told the Wisconsin Supreme Court that he could not defend himself against the misconduct he committed.
Read More »JOB CITES: Joint employer liability in the employment discrimination context
Can an employer be held liable for acts of employment discrimination carried out by another employer? The quick, lawyerly answer is ... it depends.
Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan named Microsoft legal provider
Milwaukee minority law firm Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP has been named a Premier Provider for Legal and Corporate Affairs by Microsoft Corp.
Read More »Who’s Doing What: New hires across Milwaukee
Anthony Anzelmo and David Eckhardt have joined Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek SC, Milwaukee.
JOB CITES: No luck required for employers that follow tip pool law
You’ve got to ask yourself one question: Is my practice of tip pooling rendering my use of the minimum wage tip credit improper?
Owner’s death delays Arctic lawsuit
Settlement talks in a wage lawsuit against Arctic Landscape and Design LLC have resumed following a pause in the case after company owner Arnold Kellenberger died.
Read More »House of Correction lawsuit in limbo
A judge delayed a decision Thursday on whether Sheriff David Clarke Jr.’s lawsuit over House of Correction control will go to trial.
Read More »Who’s Doing What: New hires at Michael Best & Friedrich; Carr makes partner at Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan
Nicholas Boerke and Rachel Farrington have joined Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, Milwaukee.
Read More »House of Correction resolution could add to sheriff’s lawsuit
An effort to smooth the transfer of control of Milwaukee County’s House of Correction from Sheriff David Clarke Jr. to Interim Superintendent Michael Hafemann could backfire.
Read More »JOB CITES: High court’s decision will impact how lawyers defend employment claims
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to decide a case that may have a significant impact on how employers approach defending claims under multiple federal employment laws.
Q&As mark next step in House of Correction lawsuit (UPDATE)
The outcome of a lawsuit over control of the House of Correction in Franklin could depend on Milwaukee County’s responses to written questions from the attorney representing Sheriff David Clarke Jr.
Read More »Judge delays decision on House of Correction control (UPDATE)
Milwaukee County will have to wait until Monday to learn whether one of its employees can be questioned in Sheriff David Clarke Jr.’s lawsuit over control of the House of Correction in Franklin.
Read More »JOB CITES: The EEOC and you
For employers who have had the good fortune not to face an employment discrimination claim — a development that can seem like a matter of when rather than if depending on how long you’ve been in business and how many employees you have — the dealings with a government agency such as the EEOC can be a daunting proposition.
Who’s Doing What: Promotions, honors at a number of firms
The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin named Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP, Milwaukee, its Outstanding 2012 Corporation of the Year.
Read More »Fasi fulfills a childhood dream
Joseph Fasi II found his career path between commercial breaks.
Read More »Gonzalez attorney Ruiz takes nothing for granted
From where she started – moving more often than not around the inner city of Milwaukee, even spending time in a shelter – Anique Ruiz never expected to end up an e-discovery attorney and law student mentor.
JOB CITES: Don’t be afraid to care about subordinates
A friend recently shared with me that she was “afraid to care” when it came to the subordinates she encounters on a daily basis. Especially during this holiday season, it struck me as a sad commentary on what the exponential growth of lawsuits has done to the important interpersonal and professional relationships in the workplace.
Read More »JOB CITES: Don’t be fooled: Labor laws apply to nonunion employers
Consider the following scenario: You are a nonunion employer who has just conducted an internal investigation into a harassment complaint by an employee (let’s call her Monica).
JOB CITES: A post-Oktoberfest chaser on voting leave
I recently returned from Oktoberfest. And no, I am not talking about the Oktoberfest held in La Crosse -- I am talking about the real deal in München, Germany.
Who’s Doing What: Whyte Hirschboeck elects shareholders; new hires at several firms
Andrew Bezouska joined Buelow Vetter Buikema Olson & Vliett LLC, Waukesha. Bezouska’s practice focuses on employee benefits. He earned his law degree from Marquette University Law School in 2004.
Read More »JOB CITES: Being aware of ‘anti-fat prejudice’ is worth its weight
A good friend of mine -- not named Warren -- is around 5-foot-9 with boots on, and over the last few years or so has fluctuated between 185 and 200 pounds.
Who’s Doing What: Dane County Bar awards grants; von Briesen & Roper moves
The Dane County Bar Association’s Delivery of Legal Services Committee announced organizations that received grants for projects that extend legal services and information to the Dane County community.
Read More »JOB CITES: Yes, Virginia, there is individual liability
Dear Shirley: Because you are head of Human Resources, I am aware that under company policy I need to run all recommendations for termination decisions by you and receive approval before moving forward.
Read More »Milwaukee County sheriff’s lawsuit against commission to get new judge
A lawsuit filed by Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke against the Milwaukee County Civil Service Commission over the layoffs of three captains is changing courtrooms.
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