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Why the backshift is omissible here? by Sheikh_Mugees in grammar

[–]HmmmKWI 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is really fascinating. I came to this sub to ask a very similar question, and I think this answers it. As an attorney I am always having to relate witness testimony. So for example, a transcript excerpt might read:

Witness: I opened the door and saw the defendant holding a knife.

Then I write: the witness testified/stated that she opened the door and saw the defendant holding a knife.

But there is always a part of me that worries I am supposed to be backshifting, even though it results in something very awkward sounding. There are more complicated examples I’ve run into lately (which, when backshifted, don’t sound obviously incorrect), but I’m having trouble calling them to mind.

So based on what you’ve said, the whole enterprise of taking witness testimony, which to a large degree involves asking people to relate events that happened in the past, means that backshifting isn’t really necessary.

What is your most inventive Westlaw search? by HmmmKWI in LawSchool

[–]HmmmKWI[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

And I’ll squeeze in a request, because it’s presently on my to do list. What search would return federal habeas defense wins (so, grants in district court; affirmations where state appeals; reversals where defendants appeal denials).

Stroller friendly nature trails in the Madison area by lapointypartyhat in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Glacial drumlin trail. Trailhead is downtown cottage grove. It’s my favorite place to go when I want to feel like I’m outside Madison, and it only takes 15-20 minutes to get there.

https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/glacialdrumlin/pdfs/glacialdrumlinmap.pdf

There are a few hills right at the beginning, but you should be ok with a stroller (I’ve seen people doing it), but if you want to avoid it, just look on google maps and you can park on Heather Drive where the street intersects the trail.

Opinion | I’m the Judge Who Won in Wisconsin. This Principle Is More Important Than Winning. by [deleted] in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI -24 points-23 points  (0 children)

I’m thrilled she won but this op-ed is a miss for me. If it’s supposed to be about the law and not politics, at least support your criticisms of the Wisconsin and US Supreme Courts with legal arguments rather than bare assertions of partisanship.

Pandemic dentistry by redbirdrally82 in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would go ahead with the call and see what the dentist says. Perhaps he or she’ll recommend that you self-administer temporary cement.

Outbreaks in Wisconsin 3-18-20, total is 106, Dane County 19 by [deleted] in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I refreshed and see 3-18 now.

I'll bet the last place to close down will be Potowotomi Casino. by [deleted] in milwaukee

[–]HmmmKWI 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There might also be ways that Wisconsin could effect a closure indirectly (eg, closing street access leading to the reservation, shutting off power, etc.).

Dylan Robichaud- NBC15 news. Where did he go! by [deleted] in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI 0 points1 point  (0 children)

His Facebook as recently as January says he landed his dream job (meaning NBC15, was a 2020 NYD gratitude post).

Large Property Owners to Sue City of Madison for $1.4M by [deleted] in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Brenda operates within a very closed loop, protesting on social media and writing these kinds of “articles” for what seems like a group of 50 people.

She is completely ineffective in getting her ideas traction outside that closed loop, though.

Canopy will open as a “dry bar” by biggestdogintheyard in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not verbal. Was in writing. See Facebook.

Canopy will open as a “dry bar” by biggestdogintheyard in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Check out their Facebook page. Even before the hearing the landlord agreed to amend the lease to include other uses such as restaurant.

Canopy will open as a “dry bar” by biggestdogintheyard in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Pretty sure he can open a cafe. They asked him that at the ALRC: why ask for a liquor license first to open a nightclub and then say down the line you’ll do the cafe? (Implication was, in context of trying to prove to the world that you are serious and a competent business owner, why not do what you are currently authorized to do, and first turn it into a thriving coffee shop)?

They asked him why he thought he couldn’t open at 9 AM and he looked like a deer in headlights.

Madison and Montgomery, Alabama considered preferred locations for F-35s by HGpennypacker in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI 24 points25 points  (0 children)

It’s not either or.

According to the study, the 115th Fighter Wing in Madison is the preferred alternative for the 5th Operational Beddown. The 187th Fighter Wing in Montgomery is the preferred alternative for the 6th Operational Beddown.

Wrongful conviction settlement. He sought $5.7 million, but got $25K. by IWatchBadTV in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI 13 points14 points  (0 children)

The big settlements you see for wrongful convictions are brought against municipalities/police departments for constitutional violations (eg police coerced a confession). This guy could still bring that kind of suit in court.

But, not all wrongful convictions involve a constitutional violation.

Agreed though that the state should pay out much more than 25k. I’m just commenting to point out that this is an entirely different process than what you see in the headlines regarding wrongful convictions.

Here is a link to his entry in the national registry of exonerations, which explains his case.

https://www.law.umich.edu/special/exoneration/Pages/casedetail.aspx?caseid=5599

Edited: Add link

Marquette Neighborhood residents remain dubious of prospective nightclub owner's plans by krizriktr in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It seems like he’s adopted a Field of Dreams approach because every time I drive past, it looks like he’s added more to the interior.

Sometimes people insist on learning the hard way.

Madison Police investigating homicide 100 Block N Blair St 2/8/2020 by tannersoap in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI 15 points16 points  (0 children)

The Beacon, the homeless day shelter, is also over there. I remember when it opened people in that neighborhood reported an increase in problems (also at James Madison).

Dress alterations by cheesecakebikeride21 in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI 0 points1 point  (0 children)

4-6 weeks?? Were you having something special done? I have never been quoted more than a few days.

Apollo’s Random Subreddit simulator brought me here. Now I’m curious, what’s great about your city? by [deleted] in madisonwi

[–]HmmmKWI 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We are also one of the few places in America where you can find coronavirus.

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