Spencer v. Allpress Logging, Inc.

KIDWELL, Justice.

This ease arises from an injury received during a logging operation. The claimant contends that the lumber mill, which purchased the logs, was the statutory employer of the claimant and is thus liable for the claimant’s worker’s compensation benefits. We agree.

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FACTS AND PROCEDURAL BACKGROUND

Steve Schilling acquired over 1200 acres of land in North Idaho between 1991 and 1994 valued between $500,000 and $600,000. Schilling purchased these properties by entering into timber sales contracts with different timber mills. One of these properties, known as the Greer Grade property,…