The standard of review of summary judgment is well settled. Under our familiar standard for reviewing summary judgments, we decide only whether genuine issues of material fact existed and whether the law was correctly applied. When making this analysis, we view the evidence in the light most favorable to the nonmoving party and resolve reasonable doubts against the moving party. Satellite Cable Srvs. As we take an independent review of the record, we are not bound by the trial court s factual assessments in granting summary judgment.
Summary judgment is proper in negligence cases if no duty exists as a matter of law.
Peterson v. Spink Elec. Duty is a question of law subject to de novo review. City owes Pierce a duty of reasonable care. Pierce is a business invitee. The airport manager testified that City wanted people to land at its airport and to do business at both the airport and in Belle Fourche.