Henigson v. Bank of America

During his lifetime, Myron Selznick conducted a theatrical agency licensed under the provisions of the Labor Code. Henry Henigson, a former employee of the organization, sued to establish his rights under a contract made by him and Selznick. After the commencement of the action, Selznick died, and the litigation has continued upon a claim for compensation filed with the executors of the decedent’s estate. The principal question for decision which is presented by Henigson’s appeal from an adverse judgment concerns the legality of the contract.

Henigson’s employment commenced in December, 1941.…