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April 22, 2026

Ethics Watch

Ethics Watch: Judicial Neutrality Extends to Chambers

A recent American Bar Association formal opinion reinforces that the judicial requirements of neutrality and fairness extend outside the courtroom to ensure that in these politically charged times, the courts maintain both actual and perceived fairness.

WisBar Court Review

Wisconsin Supreme Court: Pandemic Doctor Immunity Statute Constitutional

A statute that granted broad immunity to health care professionals during the COVID-19 state of emergency and for 60 days afterwards constitutionally eliminated a cause of action for medical malpractice, the Wisconsin Supreme Court decided unanimously.

USA 250

LAST CALL: Join the Conversation on America at 250, Deadline April 30

The deadline to submit a short essay on the Declaration of Independence for potential publication in Wisconsin Lawyer magazine is April 30, 2026. Submit yours today.

State Bar Elections

Your Voice Matters: Vote April 9-24 in State Bar Elections

Help set the direction and policies of the State Bar of Wisconsin by voting in elections. Here's more about the candidates and what you need to know to cast your vote.

Estate Planning

The 'Masterpiece' and a Daughter's Burden, Relieved

Jennifer O'Neill tells a story about a valuable family painting – and her thoughts when parents provide no instructions for valuable assets in an estate plan.

Employment Law

Legal Challenges to AI in Hiring: FCRA Has Entered the Chat

For the past several years, the use of AI hiring tools has been a hot topic, along with legal challenges to these tools alleging that their algorithms result in discriminatory outcomes. Kate O’Malley discusses a newly filed class action that takes a different approach to challenging AI hiring tools by alleging violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).