Levin v. Hindhaugh

OPINION

HOWARD, Judge.

Appellants claim the trial court erred in not applying the principles of res judicata to appellees’ claim for damages. We agree and reverse with directions.

Ted Hindhaugh worked for the Levins, who were in the construction business. Hindhaugh wanted to build his own home and because he could use Levin’s subcontractors, thus making the construction cost less than it would be otherwise, Levin agreed to help him build the house.

The home was built during Hindhaugh’s employment with Levin. Hindhaugh ran the job, selected the subcontractors, negotiated the pricing and bids,…