Tisdale v. Hasslinger

There being no issue of fact that James M. Tisdale was less than 12 years old on the date of injury, was employed in violation of law as to his age, and was injured in an occurrence arising out of a power driven machine, Judge Gergen granted the insurance company’s motion for summary judgment. David G. Hasslinger has appealed, arguing that the decision retroactively applies sec. 103.67 (2), Stats., so as to unconstitutionally impair the company’s obligation to insure him.

An affidavit on behalf of American Family in support of its motion for summary judgment contained a copy of the insurance…