Campbell v. City of High Point

The majority opinion held that summary judgment was appropriately granted in defendant’s favor. However, as I believe a genuine issue of material fact exists, I respectfully dissent.

“Summary judgment is recognized as a drastic remedy, and, particularly in cases involving the question of negligence or reasonable care, that remedy is an appropriate procedure only under exceptional circumstances.” Brown v. Power Co., 45 N.C. App. 384, 386, 263 S.E.2d 366, 368 (1980).

“Electricity is an inherently dangerous substance.” Snow v. Power Co., 297 N.C. 591, 596, 256 S.E.2d 227, 231 (1979). We note that…