VanPlew v. Riccio

Linda VanPlew, the plaintiff, appeals the trial court’s decision to grant the motion of defendants Robert and Margo Riccio (the Riccios) for summary judgment in a case where the plaintiff was attacked by the Riccios’ dog. We affirm.

The following facts are taken from the pleadings. The plaintiff worked for Critter Sitters as a pet sitter. In December 1997, the Riccios called Critter Sitters in preparation for their Florida vacation. In response, the plaintiff called the Riccios and visited their home on December 8, 1997. During this meeting, the plaintiff spoke with Mr. Riccio briefly, gave…