Hardy v. Hoefferle

¶ 1. Gary Hoefferle appeals a summary judgment dismissing his counterclaim for contri bution against Donald and Tonna Hardy in a personal injury case. Hoefferle contends the circuit court erred when concluding that his claims for Donald and Tonna's alleged negligence were statutorily precluded. He also contends the court erred by concluding his counterclaim was barred by a Loy release 1 and covenant not to sue. We affirm the summary judgment.

BACKGROUND

¶ 2. On August 22, 2004, Donald and Tonna's son, Aaron, and Hoefferle were each operating an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) when they collided, both…