Sliwinski v. City of Milwaukee

¶ 1. This action arises out of Philip Sliwinski's claim for back pay, benefits and penalties under Wis. Stat. ch. 109 (2007-08). There are two issues in this appeal: (1) whether Sliwinski can bring a claim for his back pay and benefits under ch. 109; and (2) whether this appeal is moot.

¶ 2. As to the first issue, the circuit court denied Sliwinski's motion for summary judgment and granted the City of Milwaukee's motion for judgment on the pleadings, dismissing the case. The circuit court held that the definition of "wages" in Wis. Stat. ch. 109 did not apply to payments owed to Sliwinski for…