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Start Your Engines:
Driverless Vehicles on Wisconsin Roadways

In January 2017, the U.S. DOT designated U.W.-Madison as one of 10 proving grounds for testing AVs and test projects are underway. The authors review the federal regulations and recommendations, and analyze areas for opportunities for Wisconsin lawyers resulting from the emergence of AVs on Wisconsin’s roadways.

By Arthur J. Harrington & Stevin Sunny George

Cuba: A Perspective from Wisconsin

Despite its proximity and long history of complicated interactions with the United States, Cuba still is a stranger to many U.S. citizens. A State Bar-sponsored trip in February helps dispel some of the mystery for a group of Wisconsin lawyers.

By Joe Forward

As I See It
Improve Courthouse Security: Screen All Visitors

Reports from counties in which all courthouse visitors are screened prove that dangerous implements are coming to the doors of Wisconsin’s courthouses, and screening inside is interdicting many of those implements. The author urges screening at all courthouse entrances.

By Hon. Thomas John Walsh

Opinions, Voices & Ideas

President's Message
Add Lawmaking to Your Resumé
Chris Rogers says service on a legislative study committee is an important and influential way for lawyers to contribute to the lawmaking process.

Your State Bar
In 280 Characters or Less
Being on Twitter has given executive director Larry Martin a pulse on the communities where he lives and work.

101
Export Control: Your Client May Be Subject to Regulation
Bethany Nelson explains any time a client has controlled items, technology, or data, proper measures must be taken to ensure that any foreign persons' access is authorized by law. More clients may be subject to regulation than you might expect.

Ethics
Can Lawyers Contact a Represented Person in an Unrelated Matter?
Dean Dietrich says lawyers may not communicate about the subject of their representation with a person known to be represented by another lawyer in the same legal matter.

Marketing
How to Improve Your Law Firm's Website
Ditch the bells and whistles. Instead, Larry Bodine says craft a website that gives potential clients information, relief, and hope.

Solutions
Time Management 101: Let's Get Real
Gretchen Viney provides the basics for finding a realistic time management system you can stick to while complying with the ethics rules and building your business.

On Our Radar
Alcohol Sales: Can Online Retailers Sell Directly to Consumers?
Aaron Gary says a soon-to-be-decided U.S. Supreme Court case may significantly affect Wisconsin’s alcohol distribution system.

Final Thought
Happy to Be at Work? What Is Wrong With Me?
Deanne Koll suggests we all pinky-swear to give each other permission to enjoy time away without stressing about the work awaiting our return.