Shadley v. Lloyds of London

¶ 1. Tim Stys, Pamela Stys, and Monticello Insurance Company (collectively referred to herein as "the Stys") appeal the judgment granting attorney fees to Gwen Shadley as the "successful party" under the language of the parties' house-moving contract. Shadley cross-appeals from the same judgment arguing that the trial court erred in: (1) construing two contract terms, "expected and ordinary stresses" and "risks of moving"; and (2) erroneously exercising its discretion in denying damages based on the same. We reverse the trial court's decision on attorney fees and remand the issue consistent…