Drews Co. v. Ledwith-Wolfe Associates, Inc.

Harwell, Justice:

This case involves the breach of a construction contract. We affirm the trial court’s refusal to grant a new trial, but reverse the jury’s award of lost profits.

FACTS

The Drews Company, Inc. (“Contractor”) contracted to renovate a building owned by Ledwith-Wolfe Associates, Inc. (“Owner”). Owner intended to convert the building into a restaurant. From its inception, the project was plagued by construction delays, work change orders, and general disagreement over the quality of work performed. Contractor eventually pulled its workers off the project. Contractor later filed,…