James T. Crues, Appellant/cross-Appellee v. Kfc Corporation, Appellee/cross-Appellant

JOHN R. GIBSON, Circuit Judge.

James T. Crues obtained a judgment for $450,000 on his claim that KFC Corporation had fraudulently induced him to purchase an H. Salt Seafood Galley restaurant franchise. KFC appeals this judgment, arguing that Crues failed to establish all of the elements of fraud and to prove damages, and that it is entitled to judgment as a matter of law. KFC also claims error in the jury instructions, in reception of evidence and in rulings concerning plaintiffs final argument. In turn, Crues appeals the district court’s granting of KFC’s motions for a directed verdict on the…