Harper v. Hurlock

MlKELL, Judge.

In this action alleging breach of contract and negligence in connection with the construction of a home, builder Lisa M. Harper appeals the jury verdict in favor ofhomeowners James V. Hurlock, Jr., and Kimberly J. Hurlock, contending that the trial court erred by permitting the jury to deliberate after a witness removed “a critical piece of evidence” from the courtroom. We affirm.

In their complaint, the Hurlocks alleged, among many defects, “ [i] mproper grading resulting in negative grade sloping toward house.” During the trial, plaintiffs called Jason Banks to testify as an…