Criton Corp. v. Highlands Insurance Co.

OPINION

JUNELL, Justice.

In a non-jury trial the court rendered judgment in favor of the appellees Layton Bridge Company (Layton) and its surety, Highlands Insurance Company (Highlands). Appellant alleges error concerning attorneys’ fees and insufficient evidence. We affirm.

On October 20, 1986, Layton and Criton executed a Purchase Order which formed the basis for a subcontract. Layton was the general contractor in a bridge building project for Harris County, Texas. Highlands was Layton’s surety on the project and provided the statutory performance and payment bonds. Criton negotiated with…