Richey v. Stop N Go Markets of Texas

ROBERTSON, Justice.

H.O. Richey brought this suit against his lessee, Stop N Go Markets, for damages arising from a breach of their lease and removal of equipment from the leased premises. The trial court rendered judgment for Stop N Go and the court of appeals affirmed. 643 S.W.2d 505. We affirm the judgment of the courts below.

Richey owned two separate shopping centers in Pasadena, Texas. Stop N Go leased a space in each for the operation of a convenience store. Pursuant to the lease requirements, Richey constructed and installed a walk-in cooler at each location. Due to unprofitable…