The COVID-19 Pandemic renewed the debate over state powers and their limits, specifically state emergency action.  In Wisconsin, resident Jeré Fabick sued Governor Tony Evers for his repeated extension of the statewide emergency declaration.  Fabick v. Evers, decided at the WI Supreme Court, offers a fascinating exploration of taxpayer standing doctrine as well as the limits on an executive’s power in times of crisis. 

Featuring:

  • Jeré Fabick, Plaintiff & WI resident
  • Matthew Fernholz, Partner - Cramer, Multhauf, & Hammes, LLP 
  • Lester Pines, Senior Partner - Pines Bach, LLP

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