Triable Issues on Privette Doctrine Result in Reinstatement of Tort Suit

A California appellate court reinstated a negligence suit against a general contractor by a subcontractor’s injured employee, finding there was a triable question as to whether the Privette doctrine was applicable. Case: Hernandez v. Devcon Construction Inc., No. H049512, 04/20/2023, unpublished. Facts: In April 2017, Stanford University hired Devcon Construction Inc. as the general contractor for the renovation of its amphitheater. Devon subcontracted with Pacific Steel Group to provide and install reinforcing steel for the project. Devcon also separately subcontra...