Worker Loses $12.6 Million Jury Verdict Due to Privette Doctrine

A California appellate court overturned a jury’s $12.6 million verdict for an injured worker, finding the defendants’ liability was barred by the Privette doctrine. MAS Realty LLC owns a shopping center called Arlington Plaza, made up of one large building and three smaller buildings. In 2014, MAS hired defendant Athena Property Management Inc. to manage Arlington Plaza. Athena then hired The Roof Depot Inc. to inspect Arlington Plaza’s roofs and make any necessary repairs. Roof Depot advised Athena of two issues with one of the smaller buildings, specifically, that...