Primary Assumption Of The Risk In Caring For Alzheimer’s Patient.

A man contracted with a home care agency to provide care for his wife who suffers from Alzheimer’s disease.  The wife injured the caregiver, and the caregiver brought an action against the husband and wife for negligence and premise liability.  The trial court granted summary judgment to the husband and wife, and the appellate court affirmed, stating:  “The primary assumption of the risk doctrine is a defense as to [the husband], as well as to [the wife].”  Gregory v. Cott  (Cal. App. Second Dist., Div. 5; January 28, 2013) 213 Cal.App.4th 41.