Senate Bill 790 proposes an amendment to the jurisdictional limits for small claims actions in Wisconsin. Currently, the small claims procedure is the exclusive method for pursuing third-party complaints, personal injury claims, and tort actions when the amount claimed is $5,000 or less. This bill seeks to increase that limit to $10,000 or less, thereby allowing more claims to be addressed within the small claims court system. The specific legal language amended in the bill is found in section 799.01 (1) (cr) of the statutes, where the amount claimed is changed from $5,000 to $10,000. This change aims to streamline the process for individuals seeking to resolve smaller claims without the need for more formal court procedures, potentially making it easier for claimants to seek justice in cases involving personal injury and torts. The bill will apply to actions commenced on the effective date of the amendment.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 799.01(1)(cr), 799.01