Ft. Lowell-NSS Ltd. Partnership v. Kelly

OPINION

FELDMAN, Vice Chief Justice.

This case deals with exceptions to the general rule that an employer of an independent contractor is not liable for the latter’s negligence. The main issue presented is whether the court of appeals erred in interpreting and applying the Restatement (Second) of Torts § 422(b).

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

Josephine Jula (Jula) was employed by National Self-Storage Development, Inc. (National), which operated at a storage facility owned by Ft. Lowell-NSS Limited Partnership (Ft. Lowell). Ft. Lowell engaged Hatfield and Associates as a general contractor. Glebe…