Easton v. Cowie

Ernest Easton appeals from an October 15, 1990, judgment of the District Court of the Ninth Judicial District, Pondera County, dismissing his wrongful discharge claim against Rex Cowie. We affirm.

The sole issue is whether the District Court abused its discretion by refusing to allow the service of an answer to a request for admission sixteen days after the response was due.

I

On August 14,1989, Easton filed an action against Cowie alleging that he was wrongfully discharged from his employment with Cowie Crane Service. Cowie counterclaimed for a $1,000 down payment and materials for remodeling…