Dubbe v. A.O. Smith Harvestore Products, Inc.

OPINION

SEDGWICK, Judge.

The Dubbes appeal from a judgment in favor of A.O. Smith Harvestore Products, Inc. (Harvestore), the manufacturer, and Minnesota Valley Breeders Association (MVBA), the dealer, of “Harvestore” silos. The jury found that both respondents misrepresented their product, but that the misrepresentations were not a direct cause of appellants’ damages. The action was based on the failure of two Harvestore storage units to operate as advertised, as well as on the resulting damage to appellants’ dairy operation. Partial summary judgment was granted on the negligence and strict…