Grundt v. Shenk

Taylor, George H., J.

The amended complaint alleges a contract in effect: (a) That the plaintiff promised to continue in the decedent’s employ and devote himself to the advancement of the latter’s interest and business affairs; and (b) that, in consideration thereof, the decedent promised to leave to the plaintiff, by will, $50,000. In fact: (1) The plaintiff thereafter continued in decedent’s employ in his real estate business to the date of the decedent’s death. The plaintiff received stipulated, and, from time to time, increased, pay for bis services. He also received certain bonuses. (2)…