Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. v. Hamil

OPINION

JOHN CAYCE, Chief Justice.

This is a trespass case. In four issues on appeal, Southwestern Bell Telephone Company (“SBC”) contends that there is insufficient evidence to support the jury’s verdict and that the Hamils are not entitled to recover attorney’s fees. SBC also complains that the trial court abused its discretion by admitting evidence of compromises and offers to compromise by both parties. On cross-appeal, the Hamils argue that the trial court erred in setting aside the jury’s finding of malice sua sponte. We reverse and remand the case for a new trial.

Barry, Carolyn, and…