Neumeier v. Sperzel

Julius J. Olson, Justice.

This was an action to recover a broker’s commission on the sale of defendant’s residence in Minneapolis. There was a verdict for plaintiff. Defendant’s alternative motion for judgment or a new trial was denied, and he appeals from the resulting judgment.

Viewing the facts in the light of the evidence upon which the verdict is founded, we find these to be substantially as follows: Plaintiff now is and for many years has been engaged in the business of selling real property. He is also engaged in the business of insurance and building construction. As a matter of fact,…