Brown v. Hurt

(after stating the facts). We are of opinion that the learned trial judge made a proper disposition of this case. The record quite clearly demonstrates that the defendants were people of modest means and limited experience in business affairs. The husband had for many years worked as a wood carver in one of the Grand Rapids furniture factories, and had through economy accumulated a small amount of money, which he from time to time invested through the agency of the plaintiff. Plaintiff himself testified that defendants came to him for advice because of the confidential relations that existed…