W.E. Stephens Manufacturing Co. v. Goldberg

OPINION

ANN CRAWFORD McCLURE, Justice.

W.E. Stephens Manufacturing Company appeals from a summary judgment granted in favor of Howard Goldberg, in his individual capacity and d/b/a Supreme Laundry and D & G Investment Company. We reverse and remand.

FACTUAL SUMMARY

W.E. Stephens Manufacturing Company (Stephens) designs, manufactures, and sells garments to large retailers including J.C. Penney and K-Mart. Its operations are year-round and driven by consumer demand resulting in a rapid-changing and seasonal clothing line. Stephens sometimes utilizes independent contractors to perform various…