McKee v. Brimmer

MEMORANDUM OPINION

DAVIDSON, District Judge.

This is a cause of action brought by Michael R. McKee alleging negligence against several defendants which resulted in an automobile accident that caused significant injuries to the plaintiff. Today, the court considers the plaintiffs motion for partial summary judgment as to liability of defendant Reid Pulpwood, Inc. (Reid). The plaintiff asserts that Reid is hable as a matter of law under the theory of respondeat superior. Reid cross-motions for summary judgment claiming that defendant Doubleday Logging (Doubleday) was an independent contractor…