MTFN Podcast

James and Caleb discuss the latest developments at the Wisconsin Supreme Court and two recent decisions: one involving a police officer’s Loudermill claim and another involving a claimed right to adopt a child. 

Attorneys Featured: James M. Sosnoski and Caleb R. Gerbitz

In this episode, we take you through recent Wisconsin Supreme Court jurisprudence and how that case law provides employers with clearer guidance when analyzing whether a person’s arrest or conviction record is enough to preclude employment.    

Attorney Featured: Sean A. Bukowski 

Discussing Justice Ann Walsh Bradley’s retirement announcement, a new original action petition challenging the governor’s line-item veto authority, and an eerily familiar case about drop boxes. 

Attorneys Featured: James M. Sosnoski and Caleb R. Gerbitz 

Join us as we discuss the constantly developing technology of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on Intellectual Property Laws. AI and technology are evolving the way we obtain and create content. While the law has not caught up to these advancements, we provide an overview of how such technology is impacting Intellectual Property from Copyrights to Patents to Trademarks.

Attorneys Featured: Randal J. Brotherhood and Mark R. Hamilton Jr. 

Looking into a WIAA wrestling dispute, the courts non-decision in Amazon Logistics, and a crucial separation of powers question arises at the Wisconsin Supreme Court. 

In this episode, we dive into the intricacies of Bifurcation and Stay on Discovery, offering valuable insights on how this strategy can effectively protect your insurer from potential risks right from the start. 

Attorney Featured: Sean A. Bukowski 

It’s been a little while since James and Caleb recorded, and there’s a lot from the Wisconsin Supreme Court to review. Redistricting has (almost) drawn to a close. Abortion is making its way to the high court. A unanimous supreme court added Dean Phillips to the presidential primary ballot. And a case from last term is set for rehearing. All that and more on this month’s episode of Up for Review.

Join us as we discuss the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and the information a business might need when determining if they are subject to reporting requirements. The CTA is pertinent, with the first possible beneficial ownership report deadline approaching as soon as March. In this episode, we provide an introduction and synopsis of the CTA and how a business may determine its reporting obligations. 

Attorneys Featured: Daniel A. Sievert and Mark R. Hamilton Jr. 

Exploring the world of appraisal in “The Form and Substance of Appraisal Provisions in Insurance Contracts”, Attorneys Sean A. Bukowski and Samuel G. Morris provide insights into appraisal and the state of Wisconsin law. 

Wisconsin's Supreme Court declares current legislative maps unconstitutional, citing a violation of contiguity requirements. The decision sets the stage for new maps ahead of the 2024 fall primary elections, departing from previous principles. 

Attorneys Featured: James M. Sosnoski and Caleb R. Gerbitz