Highland Bank v. Acstar Insurance Co.

INGRAM, Justice.

The trial court dismissed Highland Bank’s action against Acstar Insurance Company, based on the doctrine of res judicata. Specifically, the trial court held that “it appears judgment has heretofore been rendered [in *1047case CV-90-47811] on the very issues as between these parties, hence, this action is due to be and is hereby dismissed.” Highland Bank appealed to this Court, contending that it was not barred from bringing its action against Aestar and that the trial court erred in dismissing its action. While this case was pending before this Court, we reversed the judgment in…