Hickey v. Griggs

OPINION

SOSA, Senior Justice.

Plaintiff Mildred Hickey brought this action for specific performance and damages against defendant Edward Griggs, alleging that Griggs had breached an executory contract to sell real estate. The trial court entered judgment in favor of Hickey and awarded her damages for $7200, plus interest, costs, and attorney’s fees for 25% of that amount. Both parties appeal. We affirm in part and reverse in part. FACTS:

This case involves two real estate purchase agreements. On December 7, 1982, Hickey contracted to purchase Griggs’ triplex apartment building (triplex…