Durkin v. Everhot Heater Co.

On February 7, 1930, defendant, a manufacturer of water heaters, at Detroit, Michigan, employed plaintiff as a national director of its so-called home sales division for a period of 10 years beginning March 1, 1930. The written contract was for a salary of $750 per month during the first two years and an additional provision for commission on sales; and during the remaining eight years compensation was wholly on a commission basis. In accordance with the contract plaintiff’s employment began March 1, 1930. His activities were largely, if not wholly, in eastern States. He continued until…