Peterson v. Groves

Bernard Peterson appeals the summary dismissal of his suit to collect on two promissory notes for loans he made to his stepson James Groves. Peterson argues that Groves is equitably estopped from asserting the statute of limitations as a defense, in that Groves lulled him into inaction by falsely promising to pay off the notes with proceeds from the sale of land. Peterson has presented sufficient evidence to establish the elements of equitable estoppel. However, because Peterson has not shown due diligence in bringing his claim once the estoppel period ended, we affirm.

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Bernard Peterson is…