Attorney Frederick B. Melms's Legal Cases

Criminal defense

June 2024- Writ of Prohibition Granted Against WI DOC

Jun 01, 2024

OUTCOME: Freedom for My Client.

I filed a Writ of Prohibition against the Wisconsin Department of Corrections to challenge their decision to confine my client prior to his sentencing after a revocation hearing. In the writ, I argued ... that the DOC's actions were infringing upon several of my client's constitutional rights. Additionally, I requested emergency relief, which was granted by the court. The court quashed the revocation warrant issued by my client’s DOC agent and enjoined the DOC from confining my client before his sentencing after revocation hearing.

Civil rights

June 2024, Two Temporary Injunction Victories.

Jun 01, 2024

OUTCOME: Constitutional Rights Protected.

In the same week, I achieved significant victories for a client involved in a legal dispute with a Wisconsin County. First, I successfully defeated the County's attempt to impose a temporary injunction ... aimed at shutting down my client's business. Following this, I won a temporary injunction against the same County, effectively preserving my client’s constitutional rights. These concurrent successes underscore my commitment to protecting my client's interests and ensuring their rights are upheld even amidst challenging legal battles.

Civil rights

May 2024- Favorable Settlement in 42 U.S.C. 1983 case.

May 01, 2024

OUTCOME: Successfully Settled.

I recently achieved successful settlements in a notable 42 U.S.C. 1983 case, filed against a Wisconsin municipality. The cases involved complex allegations of unconstitutional retaliation contrary to ... the First and Fourteenth Amendment's to the Constitution of the United States through the selective enforcement of zoning ordinances. My thorough approach and commitment to justice ensured that my client's rights were vindicated, and the municipality was held responsible for their violations of the United States Constitutions. This success underscores my dedication to defending civil liberties and holding government entities accountable for their actions..

Insurance

May 2024-Win Against Two Major Insurance Companies.

May 01, 2024

OUTCOME: Ongoing

I am currently representing a client in a significant dispute against two major insurers, who are attempting to deny coverage under my client's general liability policy. ' Since the insurers have file ... d suit, we have countersued for bad faith, alleging that the insurers engaged in bad faith, by denying my client the benefits he was owed under his insurance policy. In May of 2024, we defeated the insurers at summary judgment —where they argued they could disclaim coverage as a matter of law—the case is now set to proceed to trial. This ongoing case underscores my commitment to securing fair treatment for my clients and holding insurers accountable for their actions.

Criminal defense

April 2024-Burglary Reduced to Misdemeanor on Day one of Trial.

Apr 01, 2024

OUTCOME: Felony Reduced to Misdemeanor.

In a recent case, I successfully negotiated a settlement for a client facing burglary charges, resulting in the charge being reduced to a misdemeanor. This favorable outcome was achieved on the very da ... y the case was set for trial. My strategic approach and thorough preparation played a crucial role in securing this result, demonstrating my commitment to protecting my client's rights and achieving the best possible outcome even under pressing circumstances.

Criminal defense

March 2024, Excessive Bail Reduced to Zero.

Mar 01, 2024

OUTCOME: Free on a Signature Bond.

My client was being held in jail on an unconstitutionally excessive cash bail. After filing a motion to reduce the bail in the circuit court, which was denied, we pursued a petition for a permissive ap ... peal with the Court of Appeals to address the issue. While the petition was pending, the circuit court reconsidered the matter and reduced my client's bail from an unconstitutionally excessive amount to zero dollars. This outcome not only highlighted our effective legal strategy but also ensured that my client was no longer unfairly detained due to excessive bail conditions.

Frederick B. Melms's Legal Cases (6)

June 2024- Writ of Prohibition Granted Against WI DOC

June 2024, Two Temporary Injunction Victories.

May 2024- Favorable Settlement in 42 U.S.C. 1983 case.

May 2024-Win Against Two Major Insurance Companies.

April 2024-Burglary Reduced to Misdemeanor on Day one of Trial.

March 2024, Excessive Bail Reduced to Zero.