Timothy R. Lindsey, Appellant v. E & E Automotive & Tire Service, Inc., and James S. Egbert, Appellees

Summary

The Alaska Supreme Court affirmed summary judgment for the automotive repair shop and its owner in a negligence action arising from injuries caused by a truck's nonfunctioning parking brake. The court held that the shop did not increase the danger, create a deceptive appearance that the brake had been repaired, or inadequately warn the owner because it clearly communicated that the parking brake remained unrepaired and inoperable. The court also concluded that the record did not establish any independent negligent conduct by the owner. No separate opinions were filed.