Hedges v. Hurd

This is an action for damages for an alleged breach of an earnest-money receipt or contract, relating to the sale of certain real and personal property.

There seems to be no significant dispute as to the facts. Mildred Hurd listed a rental duplex with several realtors, including the Square Deal Realty. Mr. and Mrs. Hedges became interested in the property. The realty firm, using a printed form, prepared a document entitled Earnest Money Receipt and Agreement. Mr. Hedges signed as purchaser. Mildred Hurd signed as seller. The document also was signed by a representative of Square Deal Realty,…