State Bar of Wisconsin
The State Bar of Wisconsin is a professional organization serving legal practitioners in Wisconsin. It publishes content focused on legal developments, regulatory updates, and practical guidance relevant to lawyers and legal professionals in the state. Topics covered include intellectual property law, such as copyright and patent issues especially in emerging areas like AI; legislative changes affecting legal practice; workplace safety compliance; and constitutional law matters including First Amendment cases. The organization provides analysis of court decisions and legislative actions impacting Wisconsin law and legal practice, aiming to inform and support its members in navigating the legal landscape.
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Kiera Gauthier Joins Hall Render’s Denver Office
Hall Render is pleased to announce that Kiera Gauthier has joined the firm as an Associate in the Denver office.Kiera Gauthier is a health care transactional and regulatory attorney who collaborates with health care providers and organizations on the structuring,…
Estate Planning Is Not Just for the Wealthy: Why Every Adult Needs a Plan
When many people hear the term “estate planning,” they picture sprawling estates, family trusts worth millions of dollars, and complicated tax strategies. As a result, they assume estate planning is something they can put off or may never need at…
The Growing Role of Local Governments in Governing Water Resources
Weekly Hospital Real Estate Briefing: Atlanta’s Hospital Building Boom | HCA Expands Texas Urgent Care Footprint | $400M Development JV
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Fifth Circuit Vacates OSHA Mental Health Recordkeeping Rule and Signals Closer Scrutiny of OSHA Authority
The Fifth Circuit recently issued a decision that could affect how courts evaluate Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and enforcement actions moving forward.
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Victim’s story leads to Iron County Circuit Court stonewall on public records
Iron County Circuit Court Judge Anthony Stella Jr. is refusing to release records of what he and a prosecutor
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CMS Final Rule and OIG and DOJ Referrals Signal Heightened Focus on Pediatric Gender-Affirming Care
Last week saw two major federal policy actions related to the provision of gender-affirming care to minors. On August 11, 2026, CMS issued a final rule entitled “Prohibition on Federal Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program Funding for Sex Rejecting…
The Second Job Question: When Should Employers Care?
More than five percent of employed Americans hold more than one job, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. For employers, outside employment may raise concerns related to employee performance, competition, and confidential information. A carefully drafted outside-employment policy…
Pay Transparency 2.0: Key Employer Takeaways on the Shift in PayTransparency Compliance
Compliance with pay transparency laws is no longer as simple as adding a salary range to a job posting and moving on. As state pay transparency requirements and compliance obligations continue to expand nationwide, regulators are increasingly focused on whether…
