Selvy v. Beigel

The plaintiffs, Deborah and Jessie Selvy and their 12 children (the Selvys), appeal the trial court’s order granting the motion for summary judgment of defendant Keyway Investments, Inc. (Keyway). The Selvys sued Keyway, owners of the building in which the Selvys resided, for damages arising from the Selvys’ exposure to lead-based paint. Keyway filed its motion for summary judgment, claiming that plaintiffs could not establish a landlord /tenant relationship with Keyway, an essential element of their case. The trial court agreed and granted Keyway’s motion. On appeal, plaintiffs argue that:…