Turner Ex Rel. Manzano Resources v. Bassett

OPINION

BUSTAMANTE, J.

{1} This case arises from a dispute over the ownership of water rights following a sale of land (the property) pursuant to a real estate contract to Manzano Resources. William M. Turner, in his official capacity as Trustee of Manzano Resources and Westwater Resources (Turner), filed suit to quiet title to the water rights at issue. Turner amended the complaint to allege negligent misrepresentation and conversion, as well as to state claims for restitution and declaratory judgment.

{2} Following a hearing, the trial court granted summary judgment in favor of Defendants…