Grynberg v. Grey Wolf Drilling Co. L.P.

OPINION

EVA M. GUZMAN, Justice.

In this contract case, appellant Jack J. Grynberg, individually and d/b/a Grynberg Petroleum Company (“Grynberg)” paid for services rendered by Grey Wolf Drilling Company, L.P. (“Grey Wolf’) with a check for less than the invoiced amount. Grey Wolf sued to collect the remaining charges, and Grynberg asserted the affirmative defense of accord and satisfaction. On cross-motions for summary judgment, the trial court ruled in Grey Wolfs favor. Because neither party established a right to judgment as a matter of law, we reverse and remand.

I. Factual and Procedural…