Exxon Corporation, Petitioner v. Charles Randy Quinn, Respondents

Summary

The Texas Supreme Court held that Exxon was not liable for Quinn's injuries based on its lack of control over the independent contractor's work, but affirmed the jury's finding that Exxon was negligent in providing an unsafe work site and that this negligence was a proximate cause of the injuries. The Court reversed the Court of Appeals and remanded for further proceedings consistent with its analysis. Justice Hill dissented, arguing that Exxon could not have foreseen the independent contractor's conduct and therefore should not be held liable.