Wisconsin Lawyer

Official publication of the
State Bar of Wisconsin
Vol. 81, No. 3
March 2008

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The FTC's Web Site Privacy and Security Rules for Every Business

Wisconsin Lawyer March 2008: The FTC's Web Site Privacy and Security Rules for Every Business Every business engaged in Internet commerce or using a Web site to collect personal information – not just those businesses subject to financial services industry regulations – must comply with the Federal Trade Commission rules governing the use and protection of personal information. Failure to comply can be very costly. More

The Origin & Evolution of the Partial Veto Power

Wisconsin Lawyer March 2008: The Origin & Evolution of the Partial Veto Power In the April general election, a referendum will give Wisconsin citizens an opportunity to limit the governor’s partial veto power. Here’s a look at the proposed amendment and how it compares to the origin and evolution of partial veto power. More

Columns

Inside the Bar
The State Bar is monitoring how the state’s response to the budget shortfall could affect the judiciary and other State Bar members.

President's message
The State Bar’s national reputation for productivity and innovation is due to members’ participation and constructive feedback.

Guest Editorial
High turnover and prosecutor shortage have developed into an unmanageable crisis in our criminal justice system.

Ethics
Dean Dietrich and Ralph Cagle discuss changes to Chapter 20, including the impact of informed consent and written agreements on the practice of law and lawyers’ potential exposure to malpractice claims.

Practice tips
Here are some free and fee-based services to help lawyers stay current in their practice areas.

Practice tips
Two relatively obscure motions can get good results for plaintiffs’ attorneys.

Managing risk
Turning down cases isn’t easy, but sometimes necessary. Here are some things to think about when deciding whether to represent a client or accept a particular legal matter.


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