Davis v. Beasley Timber Co., Inc.

Blackburn, Presiding Judge.

Garvis Davis appeals the trial court’s order granting defendant Beasley Timber Company, Inc.’s motion for summary judgment in the underlying negligence action. This appeal concerns whether Fred L. Miles was an independent contractor or an employee of Beasley Timber. Because the evidence shows an issue of material fact remains as to whether Miles was an independent contractor, we reverse.

On appeal of the grant of summary judgment, this Court applies a de novo review of the evidence to determine whether any question of material fact exists. Summary judgment is…