Eder v. Reddick

Bert G. Eder brought this action to establish the existence of a partnership agreement with Elmer C. Reddick to construct and sell a motel. An accounting, sale of the motel, and a division of the profits were also sought. Reddick and his wife were named defendants. Their answer was a general denial, it being alleged that plaintiff was not a partner in the undertaking, but was employed and compensated as a carpenter in constructing the motel.

The action was tried on January 13 and 14, 1953. Immediately after the close of the case, the court rendered its oral decision in favor of defendants.…