Griffith v. Estate of Winebarger

WEIER, Commissioner.

Claim in quantum meruit based on personal services against decedent’s estate, seeking payment of $5,000.00. From a directed verdict at the close of plaintiff’s case, he appeals from the judgment of the circuit court. We reverse and remand.

Plaintiff Raymond Griffith filed his claim against the estate of Herman Wine-barger, deceased, in the probate court, alleging that from September 1, 1966, to October 4, 1968, he rendered services to the deceased, being, in part, housework, including preparation of meals; acted as a companion, as a nurse when deceased was ill; accompanied…