Barger v. Scandroli Constructing Co.

This action was commenced by plaintiff Barger against a general contractor to recover damages for personal injuries incurred during a construction accident. The general contractor Scandroli Construction Co., filed a third-party action against Barger’s employer (a subcontractor) seeking contractual indemnity. Barger’s personal injury action was settled and his complaint dismissed. After stipulating the facts each third party moved for summary judgment. The circuit court of Winnebago County gave summary judgments in favor of the subcontractor. The contractor appeals.

The issue concerns the…