Grundy Electric Cooperative, Inc. v. Washburn

COVINGTON, Justice.

This is an action for contribution. Grundy Electric Cooperative, Inc., filed suit against Maxine Washburn and Joe Wash-burn for contribution toward payment of a judgment earlier obtained by Maxine against Grundy for damages for the death of her husband, William, and by Joe against Grundy for personal injuries. Maxine and Joe’s damage suits are fully detailed in Washburn v. Grundy Elec. Coop., Inc., 804 S.W.2d 424 (Mo.App.1991) (Washburn I). In the present contribution action, the trial court entered summary judgment in favor of Maxine and Joe. The Missouri Court of Appeals,…