Reeves v. Orkin Exterminating Co., Inc.

Mrs. Reeves brought this action against Orkin Exterminating Company for fraud and breach of contract. Her complaint alleged that Orkin had breached an agreement to rid her home of termites. The case was called and a jury impaneled. Last minute negotiations were commenced and a settlement was announced to the court by counsel for both parties. Upon being informed of the agreement, the trial court released the assembled witnesses and the jury.

Several days later, Mrs. Reeves contacted the court and informed it that she did not wish to be bound by the agreement entered into on her behalf. The…