In Golat v. Skwierawski, a former court reporter for the Wisconsin Circuit Court for Rusk County filed a federal lawsuit alleging, among other claims, that she suffered a hostile work environment based on her sex, in violation of Title
Agricultural Law & Rural Practice | Solo Small Firm & General Practice Section
The Agricultural Law & Rural Practice blog, published by the State Bar of Wisconsin, addresses legal issues relevant to agricultural businesses and rural communities. It covers topics such as intellectual property challenges in agriculture, regulatory compliance including OSHA inspections, legislative developments affecting rural legal practice, and employment law matters like workers' compensation, ADA accommodations, and FMLA in the context of agricultural and rural workplaces. The blog also discusses litigation funding transparency and government speech issues as they pertain to rural legal concerns. It serves as a resource for solo practitioners and small firms handling general practice matters in agricultural and rural settings.
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Compliance Program Lessons from the Complete Health Settlement
On August 4, 2026, the United States Department of Justice (“DOJ”) on behalf of the Office of Inspector General (“OIG”) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced it had entered into a $14.1M settlement with Complete Health…
Allie Krueger Joins Hall Render
Hall Render is pleased to announce that Allie Krueger has joined the firm as a Shareholder.Allie Krueger is an intellectual property attorney who advises life sciences companies, health care organizations and research institutions on IP strategy, patent portfolios and the…
U.S.-China Sanctions and Export Controls: Managing Compliance Risks in Cross-Border Trade
What Employers Should Know About Workers' Compensation Mental Health Claims After the Fifth Circuit's Exxon Decision
So… Are We a Marijuana Business Now?
I’ve spent a lot of time lately thinking about the definition of “hemp” under the 2018 Farm Bill. More than anyone reasonably should, probably.The history is actually pretty interesting though…I promise. Ride with me on this one.Brief HistoryThe 0.3% dry-weight…
How to Keep Your Business Clients from Becoming Accidental Creditors
The Truth in Lending Act and the Wisconsin Consumer Act are not just for traditional financial institutions. Amy Bentley explains how Wisconsin lawyers can help local businesses avoid inadvertently triggering consumer credit regulations and potential liability.
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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…

