https://www.wisbar.org/Pages/RSS.aspx60https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31621https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31621Matthew IversonThe law school hiring cycle has accelerated to a point where students are signing contracts for their 1L and 2L summers well before they take their first exams. Matthew Iverson discusses this accelerated process, which has the potential to harm our profession and the quality of legal education that law students receive.2026-05-26 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.org/blog/PublishingImages/Social/LTGNBlog_Social.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31621https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31620https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31620Breeanna T. BrockBusinesses with Department of Defense contracts may soon need to prove they have strong cybersecurity practices that protect sensitive government information. Breeanna Brock provides an overview of the Department of Defense’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 framework and its implications for government contractors and subcontractors. 2026-05-26 00:00:00https://wisbar.org/blog/PublishingImages/Social/BUSIBlog_Social.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31620https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31619https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31619Naomi R. SwainWorkplace injuries trigger overlapping obligations under worker’s compensation, ADA/WFEA, and leave laws. Naomi Swain highlights key risk areas, compliance pitfalls, and practical considerations for both sides during the return-to-work process.2026-05-22 00:00:00https://wisbar.org/blog/PublishingImages/Social/LEBlog_Social.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31619https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31618https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31618Evan McCarthyGov. Tony Evers announced the creation of an executive commutation process, the first opportunity in 25 years for prisoners in Wisconsin. Evan McCarthy reviews what we know about the process, and discusses possible hurdles and opportunities for applicants, and ways that Wisconsin attorneys could make a life-changing difference for prisoners requesting commutations.2026-05-22 00:00:00https://wisbar.org/blog/PublishingImages/Social/PUBLBlog_Social.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31618https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31617https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31617From community service and statewide networking events to leadership roles and mentoring programs, these offerings help students build connections and gain practical experience.2026-05-21 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/PublishingImages/Article%20Images/LawStudentBlogHeader-1200x630.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31617https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31612https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31612Hamza JakaMaking your law firm website accessible can help you reach more clients, reduce legal risk, and better serve people with disabilities. Hamza Jaka explains why website accessibility matters and how lawyers can begin improving their online content.2026-05-21 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/InsideTrack/PublishingImages/Article%20Images/blindness-website-accessibility-internet-screen-reader-alt-text-visually-impaired-1200x630.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31612https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31584https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31584Claire G. RoehreThe Wisconsin Supreme Court recently held that a 12-year-old student was in custody for Miranda purposes when police questioned him at school without advising him of his rights. Claire G. Roehre discusses the ruling that the statements should have been suppressed, along with its conclusion that the error was harmless.2026-05-11 00:00:00https://wisbar.org/blog/PublishingImages/Social/CHILBlog_Social.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31584https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31583https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31583Tiara OatesDivorce by affidavit offers a more flexible path for uncontested divorce cases in Wisconsin, particularly for clients facing scheduling, mobility, distance, child care, or emotional barriers to appearing in court. Tiara Oates outlines the requirements, benefits, and possible drawbacks of using this new process.2026-05-11 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/InsideTrack/PublishingImages/Article%20Images/divorce-heartbreak-light-hopeful-separation-1200x630.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31583https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31574https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31574Jay D. JerdeA 5-2 Wisconsin Supreme Court majority held that Pabst Brewing Co.'s knowledge of asbestos before ordering pipe repairs drew liability under the safe-place statute. Two dissenting justices said work by the independent contractor caused the unsafe condition.2026-05-04 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/PublishingImages/Article%20Images/dusty-asbestos-dirty-air-1200x630.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31574https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31572https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31572Madeline SchmidMany closely held businesses elect S corporation status without realizing how easily that election can be invalidated. Madeline Schmid discusses how inclusion of certain tax provisions in an operating agreement can invalidate or terminate an S election.2026-04-27 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/InsideTrack/PublishingImages/Article%20Images/businessman-surprise-corporate-professional-1200x630.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31572