Duffy v. Piazza Construction, Inc.

Richard and James Duffy appeal the trial court's order granting summary judgment in favor of Piazza Construction and dismissing their complaint, arguing that under the circumstances of this case, an action for negligence of one joint venturer against the other should be allowed. We affirm.

On July 5, 1983, brothers Richard and James Duffy signed a letter of agreement with John Piazza, president of Piazza Construction, Inc., regarding a United States Forest Service request for proposals for office facilities in Sedro Woolley, Washington. The letter stated as follows:(1) It is agreed between the…