Moore v. Dahlberg

TURNAGE, Judge.

R.L. Moore and his wife, Sharon, filed suit against Judy Kay Dahlberg for breach of contract. On failure of Dahlberg to file an answer, the Moores took a default judgment. Dahlberg thereafter filed a motion pursuant to Rule 74.05(c) to set aside the default. The court denied the motion and Dahlberg contends that she made the requisite showing of good cause and a meritorious defense. Reversed and remanded.

In January, 1983, the Moores entered into a contract for deed with Judy Dahl-berg and her husband, George, for the sale of real estate located in Grundy County. The purchase…