Osterman v. Sears, Roebuck & Co.

¶1 Laura Osterman (Osterman) brought this action in the District Court for the Eighth Judicial District, Cascade County, alleging actual and constructive fraud, negligent misrepresentation, negligence, negligent hiring of an independent contractor, breach of express warranty, and deceptive, unfair trade practices. Defendants moved for summary judgment on all claims. The District Court granted summary judgment to Defendants on Osterman’s claims for actual and constructive fraud, unfair trade practices, and negligent misrepresentation. A jury trial ensued on the remaining claims, and a verdict…