Van Tassel v. McDonald Corp.

After a jury verdict for damages was rendered in favor of plaintiff, Janet Van Tassel, on one count of fraud, defendant, McDonald Corporation, moved for judgment notwithstanding the verdict or, in the alternative, for a new trial. Defendant’s motion was denied and it appeals as of right.

In December, 1976, plaintiff met Charles Carver while vacationing with her aunt and uncle in Florida; Carver is the president of McDonald Corporation. Carver learned of plaintiff’s dissatisfaction with her job as an audiologist with Chrysler Corporation. He suggested that plaintiff consider acquiring an ice…