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  1. Which court is at the top of Wisconsin's court system?

    Answer: Wisconsin Supreme Court

    The Wisconsin Supreme Court is the highest court in the state, with final authority over all matters of Wisconsin state law.

  2. How many justices serve on the Wisconsin Supreme Court?

    Answer: 7

    The Wisconsin Supreme Court consists of seven justices who are elected to 10-year terms in statewide nonpartisan elections.

  3. Under Wisconsin law, what is the statute of limitations for most contract claims?

    Answer: 6 years

    Wisconsin's general statute of limitations for contract claims is six years under Wis. Stat. § 893.43.

  4. What is Wisconsin's approach to comparative fault in personal injury cases?

    Answer: Modified comparative fault — plaintiff may not recover if 51% or more at fault

    Wisconsin uses a modified comparative fault system under Wis. Stat. § 895.045 — a plaintiff cannot recover if found 51% or more at fault.

  5. Which article of the Wisconsin Constitution protects free speech and press?

    Answer: Article I, Section 3

    Article I, Section 3 of the Wisconsin Constitution guarantees freedom of speech and of the press.

  6. What court in Wisconsin has general original jurisdiction over felony criminal cases?

    Answer: Circuit court

    Wisconsin circuit courts have general original jurisdiction, including over felony criminal matters, under Article VII of the Wisconsin Constitution.