Supreme Court Tosses Negligence Verdict for Independent Contractor's Fall From Roof

The Kentucky Supreme Court overturned an award of damages to an independent contractor who suffered injuries while performing tree-trimming work for a property rental company. Case: Auslander Properties v. Nalley, No. 2016-SC-000099-DG, 09/27/2018, published. Facts: Auslander Properties is the owner of five rental properties. The company is a limited liability corporation, with Steve Auslander and his wife serving as the only shareholders. The company has no employees. Auslander manages the business, performing the ordinary tasks of a landlord. He also does basic maintenance and repair work...