Torts — governmental immunity

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Wisconsin Court of Appeals

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Torts — governmental immunity

Barbara and Roger Larsen appeal an order of summary judgment in favor of Portage County and its insurer, Wisconsin County Mutual Insurance Company (collectively, “Portage County”) on the basis of governmental immunity. The Larsens brought suit against Portage County seeking to recover damages for injuries Barbara allegedly sustained when she slipped and fell inside the building housing the Portage County Circuit Court. The circuit court granted Portage County’s motion for summary judgment, determining as a matter of law that Portage County is immune under Wis. Stat. § 893.80(4) from the Larsens’ claims. The Larsens argue that two exceptions to the immunity doctrine apply: the ministerial duty exception and the clear and compelling danger exception. We agree with the circuit court that neither applies. Accordingly, we affirm. Not recommended for publication in the official reports.

2013AP2395 Larsen et al. v. Wisconsin County Mutual Insurance Company et al.

Dist IV, Portage County, Taggart, J., Sherman, J.

Attorneys: For Appellant: Golla, Russell T., Stevens Point; For Respondent: Kurtz, Arthur E., Madison; Seiler, Gesina M., Madison