Greenwood v. Tillamook Country Smoker, Inc.

OPINION

MIRABAL, Justice.

This case involves a lawsuit “forum selection clause” in a contract. Appellant, Jim L. Greenwood, appeals from a judgment dismissing his lawsuit without prejudice. We affirm.

Greenwood, a Texas resident, filed suit seeking declaratory relief against R.J. Overton, Inc. (Overton) and Tillamook Country Smoker, Inc. (Tillamook), an Oregon corporation, alleging fraud and breach of contract in connection with a distributorship agreement and guaranty. 1 Additionally, Greenwood sought indemnification from Overton for any liability arising under the guaranty. 2

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