Beil v. Telesis Construction, Inc.

*277 OPINION

Justice TODD.

In this appeal by allowance, we consider the “retained control” exception to the general rule that a property owner who employs an independent contractor is not liable for injuries to the employees of the independent contractor or its subcontractor. For the reasons set forth below, we affirm the order of the Superior Court, which remanded for entry of judgment notwithstanding the verdict in favor of Lafayette College (“College”).

By way of background, Lafayette College (“the College”), located in Easton, Pennsylvania, is an educational institution offering degree programs…