In Pawlowski v. Amer. Family Mut. Ins. Co., the Wisconsin Supreme Court further clarified the meaning of “harboring” as defined in Wis. Stat. Sec. 174.02. The Pawlowski Court held that “harboring” is to shelter or give refuge to a dog. The Court reasoned that the Defendant harbored the dog (despite not being its owner) because she allowed the dog to live in her home for several months and provided it with shelter and lodging. Moment-to-moment control of the dog is not required.
Swimming Pool Accidents and Liability in Wisconsin
Swimming pools are a dream come true for many homeowners. They often evoke images of good fun in the sun and summertime barbecues. Rarely do we think about the potential hazards that come with...