‘The Distinction Between a Principal’s Liability for Torts of an Independent Contractor with Respect to Inherently Dangerous Activities and Ultra-Hazardous Activities: An Explainer’

I gave this to my class today and thought it might be of interest to some readers. The principal can be held liable where the contractor’s performance involves an inherently dangerous activity. In the Majestic case, for example, the Parking Authority of the City of Paterson hired Toti Contracting to demolish a building adjacent to one owned by Majestic Realty. A wrecking ball operated by a Toti employee knocked a section of wall onto the Majestic building’s roof, causing extensive damage … (more)

[ProfessorBainbridge.com, 17 September 2024]

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