Legal Opinion
Gonzalez v. Mathis
California Court of Appeal, 5th District
Decided February 6, 2018No. B272344PublishedCited by 4 opinions
1Opinion of the CourtZelon, Acting P.J.
*262Luis Gonzalez, a professional window washer, filed a premises liability action against John Mathis. Mathis moved for *834summary judgment, arguing that Gonzalez's status as an independent contractor precluded his claims. The trial court granted the motion. We reverse, concluding there are triable issues of fact whether Mathis can be held liable for Gonzalez's injuries.
FACTUAL BACKGROUND
A. Summary of Mathis's Property
Defendant John Mathis owned a residence that contained an indoor pool. The pool was located in the northwest corner of the home, and covered by a large, rounded skylight that…
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