Piedmont Builders, Inc. v. Fullerton

Birdsong, Judge.

This appeal urges that the trial court entered an erroneous verdict that was not supported by the evidence and was based on a faulty charge. The appellant, Piedmont Builders, Inc., sued Sam Fullerton for $1,206.50 due on an open account for building materials. Fullerton counterclaimed for breach of construction contract and damages arising from appellant’s alleged negligent construction of .Fullerton’s house. At trial, the judge directed a verdict for Piedmont Builders in the amount sought, $1,206.50; and instructed the jury to deduct this amount from any damages, in excess of…