Local governmental immunity in Wisconsin

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Farquharson, Kaitlin, author

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"The governmental immunity statute confers immunity for intentional torts and discretionary acts on units of government and their officers. Section 893.80 of the Wisconsin Statutes sets forth the g...

"The governmental immunity statute confers immunity for intentional torts and discretionary acts on units of government and their officers. Section 893.80 of the Wisconsin Statutes sets forth the general principles of governmental immunity in Wisconsin, including notice requirements, immunity for intentional and discretionary acts, and limits on damages. This Information Memorandum describes the historical development of the immunity defense and discusses current law on governmental immunity in Wisconsin, including exceptions to immunity established in case law." -- page 1.

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