Andrews v. Picard

Opinion by

Judge RUSSEL.

Plaintiff, Helen Andrews, appeals the part of the judgment that was entered on a directed verdict in favor of defendants, Davide Picard, Constructive Alternatives, Inc., and Laurie Skrederstu. She also appeals the order denying her motion for new trial under C.R.C.P. 59(g). We reverse and remand with directions.

I. Background

Plaintiff hired defendants to build a home. The project did not go well, and plaintiff later sued defendants to recover for alleged defects. Plaintiff asserted several substantive claims, including breach of contract and negligence. She also asserted…