Crocker v. Morales-Santana

KAPSNER, Justice.

[¶1] Michael Crocker appeals from a summary judgment dismissing his personal injury claim against Werner Enterprises, Inc. Crocker argues Werner is vicariously liable for Alexander Morales-Santana’s negligent operation of a semi-tractor and trailer under the statutory employee doctrine and because Werner retained control over Morales-Santana’s work. We affirm.

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[¶ 2] Traill County Sheriff Michael Crocker sustained serious injuries in March 2009, when a semi-tractor and trailer driven by Morales-Santana hit a patrol car occupied by Crocker, which was parked on the northbound…