August 16, 2005

Per AP, a big reaction is developing among business and elected officials against the recent actions of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, which imperiously struck down medical malpractice reform, became the first state to open wide the door for lead paint suits against manufacturers, and liberalized the availability of punitive damages. A particular target may be Justice Patrick Crooks, sometimes described as a member of the court's conservative wing, "who ruled with the majority in all three cases" and "has announced he will seek another 10-year term."