Kirtley v. State

Ringold, A.C.J.

Robert Kirtley sustained fatal injuries in an on-the-job accident occurring within the scope of his employment as a National Guard maintenance technician for military helicopters. Kirtley's estate brought this action against the State for wrongful death, alleging inter alia that the State was negligent in failing to properly train and supervise the personnel entrusted to operate the helicopter. Upon cross motions for summary judgment, the trial court granted the State's motion for summary judgment and dismissed the action. The estate appeals.

Kirtley was killed on June 1, 1984,…