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Wisconsin — Statute of Limitations

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Statute of limitations for property damage

Wis. Stat. § 893.93(1m)(a)

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Property Damage Statute Of Limitations in Wisconsin

Wisconsin’s statute of limitations for property damage claims is governed by Wis. Stat. § 893.93(1m)(a), which establishes a three-year window to commence an action. The clock typically begins on the date the damage is discovered or, with reasonable diligence, should have been discovered. The statute does not define a single triggering event for all cases; rather, it sets out a general limitation period that applies to tort claims for injury to property. The worked example below demonstrates how the three-year period is calculated from a specific discovery date. For a precise estimate based on individual facts, the DocketMath calculator applies the governing statute and the verified official source at https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/statutes/893.93.

Governing authority

In Wisconsin, the statute of limitations rule is set by Wis. Stat. § 893.93(1m)(a). The verified packet cites Wis. Stat. § 893.93(1m)(a) (https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/statutes/893.93).

Deadline example

For a Wisconsin property damage limitations check, use the verified limitations period from the current rule packet: 3 years. The authority packet cites Wis. Stat. § 893.93(1m)(a) (https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/document/statutes/893.93).

Example inputs:

• Accrual date: 2024-04-25
• Filing date checked: 2026-04-25

Calculation:

• Start with the accrual date.
• Add 3 years.
• The example deadline is 2027-04-25.

This example is generated from the verified facts packet rather than freeform prose. Confirm tolling, discovery rules, and claim-specific exceptions before relying on the date.

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the property damage statute of limitations calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.