Palmerlee v. Republic Acceptance Corp.
Michigan Supreme Court
Error to Wayne; Williams (William B.), J., presiding. Assumpsit by Joseph D. Palmerlee against the Republic Acceptance Corporation for a balance due on a contract of employment. Judgment for plaintiff on a directed verdict. Defendant brings error.
1Opinion of the CourtSharpe, J.
On October 1, 1919, plaintiff entered the employ of the Republic Mortgage Company under a written contract, by the terms of which he was to receive $6,000 per year. Either party had the right to terminate the employment upon 30 days’ notice. By parol agreement this contract was assumed by the defendant. On May 24, 1920, the defendant gave notice of cancellation and informed plaintiff that his services were not further required. At that time there was due plaintiff $100 for services then performed. Negotiations resulting in a settlement were had. The parties disagree as to its terms. The *694plaint…
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