Slone v. Purina Mills, Inc.

FENNER, Chief Judge.

Danny and Edwina Slone appeal from the trial court’s entry of partial summary judgment in favor of Purina Mills, Inc. (“Purina”), in the Slones’ action for damages incurred as a result of Purina’s alleged breach of a Sales and Distribution agreement between the parties, tortious interference with business expectancies, and fraudulent misrepresentation. The Circuit Court of Cole County certified the entry of partial summary judgment as final and appealable. Purina also cross-appeals the partial denial of its motion for summary judgment.

A significant factual background is…