Curtis v. Murphy Elevator Company

ROBERT L. TAYLOR, District Judge.

I. OPINION AS RENDERED FROM THE BENCH

This case was filed by Howell Curtis doing business as Curtis Mortgage Company against Murphy Elevator Co., Inc., Fincor, Inc., and Rockwell International. Since Fincor is owned by Rockwell International, a voluntary non-suit was taken against it at the request of plaintiff. Jurisdiction is based on diversity of citizenship and the amount in controversy. Murphy Elevator Company has filed a cross-claim against Rockwell seeking a judgment over for any amount that the plaintiff may recover from it.

Plaintiff seeks damages from…