- The document summarizes the Wisconsin Home Improvement Practices Act (HIPA), which regulates home improvement contracts and prohibits unfair practices. It protects consumers from misrepresentations that induce them to sign contracts. - It discusses a court case, Stuart v. Weisflog, where homeowners sued a contractor for violating HIPA by making false statements that induced the contract. The court awarded double damages plus attorney fees as allowed under HIPA. - HIPA establishes requirements for home improvement contracts, such as providing copies of permits, warranties, and notices of delays. It prohibits various unfair practices in advertising, contracts, work quality, and misrepresenting licenses and qualifications. Violators may face civil penalties, fines

1. Robert C. Procter Charles V. Sweeney AXLEY BRYNELSON, LLP The Lessons of Stuart vs. Weisflog’s Showroom Gallery, Inc. and “The Home Improvement Practices Act” (ATCP § 110)

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