The federal HIPAA Privacy Rule, effective on April 14, 2003, preempts all conflicting state law, except for state laws that are more stringent. Most conflicts between the federal and state laws arise in connection with the use and disclosure of confidential medical information. Read about a practical approach for determining how the federal and Wisconsin laws interact.

To commemorate the State Bar's 125th anniversary in 2003, this article looks at some of the key events, issues, and personalities that shaped the State Bar from the late 1950s, an era of activity and energy that would surpass anything seen in the organization's first 80 years.

To commemorate the State Bar's 125th anniversary in 2003, this article looks at some of the key events, issues, and personalities that shaped the State Bar from the late 1950s, an era of activity and energy that would surpass anything seen in the organization's first 80 years.

In his annual feature, the author highlights what he believes are significant Wisconsin Supreme Court and Court of Appeals decisions for the year 2002.