Legal Opinion
Hans v. Lucas
Nebraska Supreme Court
Decided September 23, 2005No. S-04-1179PublishedCited by 6 opinions
1Opinion of the CourtHendry, C.J.
INTRODUCTION
This is a subrogation action brought in the name of the seller, Jayme Hans, against the buyer of a home, Penny Lucas. The action was filed as a result of damage sustained to the home in a fire. At the time of the fire, Hans and Lucas had entered into a purchase agreement, but closing had not yet occurred. The purchase agreement contained provisions permitting Lucas to reside in the home pending closing. Hans alleged that Lucas’ conduct caused the fire and damages.
The legal issue, presented to the district court upon both parties’ filing motions for summary judgment and agreeing to…
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