Mitsubishi Aircraft International, Inc. v. Maurer

WHITHAM, Justice.

Appellee, Dean Maurer, recovered judgment in quantum meruit against his former employer, appellant, Mitsubishi Aircraft International, Inc. We conclude that Maurer’s services were covered by an express contract, that Maurer was not wrongfully discharged, that Mitsubishi did not breach the contract and thus prevent Maurer’s completion of performance, and that, therefore, Maurer cannot recover the additional compensation sought. Accordingly, we reverse and render.

In December 1978, Mitsubishi employed Maurer as a sales representative. There was no written employment agreement;…