Hartline-Thomas, Inc. v. Arthur Pew Construction Co.

Birdsong, Judge.

Summary judgment resulting from interpretation of an indemnification agreement. The parties have stipulated the facts and the only question for this court’s resolution is one of law.

The facts pertinent to the summary judgment show that Arthur Pew Construction Co., a general contractor, was engaged by Cobb County to construct a sewage plant. Pew subcontracted with Hartline-Thomas to perform all the painting. One of Hartline’s employees was overcome by fumes while painting in an enclosed area and fell, suffering injuries. The employee brought suit against Pew alleging negligence…