Gateley v. Humphrey

YOUNG, Justice.

It becomes necessary to dispose of appellant’s motion for rehearing in writing; with especial reference to a proper construction of Art. 2226, Vernon’s Ann.Civ. St., authorizing attorney’s fees in certain cases.

His suit in trial court was for a balance due of $550 for services rendered and material furnished in an interior decorating job on defendants’ home; suing 'also for $250 as attorney’s fees. Defendants answered by general denials and cross action, alleging that the work as performed was incomplete and unsatisfactory. The jury in verdict foxtnd that plaintiff was due $550…