Can Independent Contractors Recover for Worksite Injuries?

A Texas court said independent contractors cannot recover in premises liability for an injury resulting from an open and obvious danger. The case involved a roofer who fell and then sued for injuries, claiming the roof had an unguarded edge. The court said it was up to the independent contractor to take into account any open and obvious premises defects in deciding how the work should be done. #IdeaoftheDay

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