Supreme Court Says Civil Immunity Can Extend to Manufacturers

The Kentucky Supreme Court ruled that a manufacturer that contracts for the delivery and transportation of raw materials qualifies as a contractor entitled to “up-the-ladder” immunity from tort liability under the workers’ compensation law. Case: Minova USA Inc. v. Jolly, No. 2024-SC-0169-DG, 02/19/2026, published. Facts: Minova USA Inc. manufactures resin capsules and other products for use in the mining, construction and energy industries. The resin capsules are primarily composed of resin mastic and catalyst paste. Resin mastic and catalyst paste, in...