Tobin is an independent contractor for Wagoneer, Inc. While driving to a meeting at Wagoneer's headquarters, Tobin is texting his supervisor at Wagoneer. As a result of his inattentive driving, he causes a car accident. In reference to Wagoneer's liability for the accident:

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As an independent contractor, Tobin is not an employee of Wagoneer, Inc., and therefore, Wagoneer is generally not liable for his actions unless they had control over his work or the task was inherently dangerous.

Tobin Is an Independent Contractor for Wagoneer, Inc