ISB Sales Co. v. Dave's Cakes

Defendant Dave’s Cakes 1 appeals as of right from the trial court’s order granting a default judgment in favor of plaintiff. We reverse and remand for proceedings consistent with this opinion.

I. BASIC FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

On October 27, 2000, plaintiff filed an action against Meurer Bakeries and defendant. The complaint alleged that plaintiff acted as a “manufacturers representative-broker” for Meurer Bakeries pursuant to a contractual agreement. In accordance with the terms of the contract, plaintiff was paid commissions based on the sale of Meurer Bakeries’ products. The complaint…