McIntyre v. Norman

The individuals, McIntyre and Norman, entered into a business venture to acquire and develop a coal mining operation in the State of Tennessee. Pursuant to this agreement an interest in land was acquired in Tennessee. A limited partnership was formed which succeeded to certain of rights and responsibilities of McIntyre.

Thereafter the parties had a falling out and Norman commenced an action for damages for failure of the others to comply with their agreements. A jury verdict was returned in favor of the plaintiff. This appeal ensued.

The appellants have preserved four points as grounds for…