The Wall Street Journal on Monday, March 11 published an in-depth article – “As Asbestos Claims Rise, So Do Worries About Fraud” (subscription required) – which reported on the numerous anomalies in the world of asbestos litigation. Specifically, the WSJ reporters noted the significant rise in the number of claims filed with asbestos trust funds, […]
Wall Street Journal Article Exposes Asbestos Claims Fraud
Date Tue, Mar. 12, 2013 - 12:02pm By Hamilton
Press Corps Comments on Capitol Climate
Date Tue, Mar. 12, 2013 - 9:51am By Hamilton
Steve Walters hosted a Capitol Roundtable discussion with members of the Capitol Press Corps on March 8, 2013 at the WisconsinEye studio in Madison on the recent mining bill passed by the legislature, Governor Walker’s budget and the upcoming Supreme Court race between incumbent Justice Pat Roggensack and challenger Ed Fallone. Panelists included: WisPolitics.com editor, […]
Newborn Screening Task Force Requests Public Input
Date Tue, Mar. 12, 2013 - 9:37am By Hamilton
The state’s Newborn Screening Task Force is holding a community forum to provide an opportunity for input on a variety of questions at its next meeting on Monday, March 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Zilber School of Public Health, 1240 N. 10th Street, Room 109, Milwaukee. “The community forum gives families, […]
Governor Walker Signs Historic Mining Reform Bill
Date Mon, Mar. 11, 2013 - 5:17pm By Hamilton
Gov. Walker has signed into law Senate Bill 1, which streamlines the permitting process for safe and environmentally sound iron mining. Along with signing the bill, Governor Walker released the following statement: Wisconsin’s seal and the state flag both depict mining in our great state. In light of our mining tradition, I’m thrilled to sign […]
Get to Know a Cabinet Member: Reed Hall
Date Fri, Mar. 8, 2013 - 2:30pm By Hamilton
Gov. Scott Walker’s weekly e-update includes a segment called “Get to Know a Cabinet Member” that highlights a cabinet secretary and provides a brief overview of the department he or she oversees. The Governor’s goal in presenting this information is to provide the public with practical information about state government operations, especially as we head […]
Mining Bill Passes Legislature
Date Thu, Mar. 7, 2013 - 7:40pm By Hamilton
This evening, after 9.5 hours of debate, the Wisconsin Assembly voted 58-39 to approve a comprehensive iron mining bill, which, when signed by the Governor, will usher in a mining renaissance in Wisconsin. SB1 would create new statutes to govern ferrous (iron) mining, which is currently regulated in the same manner as non-ferrous (non-iron minerals […]
Civil Justice Reforms Once Again a Legislative Priority
Date Thu, Mar. 7, 2013 - 2:50pm By Hamilton
The Legislature has introduced several bills designed to further improve Wisconsin’s civil justice system, building on the dramatic reforms passed during the 2011-12 Session. Eliminating Phantom Damages (AB 29/SB 22): This legislation allows juries in personal injury cases to see all the evidence when determining the amount owed to compensate the plaintiff for his or […]
DNR Asking for Comments on New Guidance Procedure
Date Thu, Mar. 7, 2013 - 1:12pm By Hamilton
In an effort to improve transparency and provide more opportunities for the public to give input on key natural resources decisions, the DNR is developing a new process to standardize how the agency develops guidance for complying with state and federal rules and requirements. “For several months now we’ve heard concerns about a lack of […]
PSC Hosting Seminar for Attorneys
Date Thu, Mar. 7, 2013 - 12:16pm By Hamilton
Attorneys or members of the public interested in tips on how to practice before the PSC are invited to attend an educational seminar on April 10, 2013 at the PSC. The free, 1.5-hour seminar will help both experienced and novice attorneys navigate Commission proceedings. The program will emphasize compliance with: Wisconsin Administrative Code Ch. PSC […]
PSC to Host Broadband Planning Symposium
Date Thu, Mar. 7, 2013 - 12:15pm By Hamilton
The 2013 Broadband Planning Symposium, a part of the LinkWISCONSIN initiative to make Wisconsin more competitive through improved availability, adoption and use of broadband technology, will be held in Madison on April 4-5, 2013. The Symposium will bring together diverse stakeholders and provide an opportunity to build partnerships, explore various broadband planning efforts and facilitate […]