Bob McBrayer v. Teckla, Inc., Water Wagon, Inc.

AINSWORTH, Circuit Judge:

This is a Texas diversity suit for breach of contract. Pursuant to a jury verdict in the form of answers to special issues, the district court entered judgment for the plaintiff, Bob McBrayer. On appeal, questions are presented pertaining to the sufficiency of the evidence and the appropriateness of the damages awarded. We affirm in part and reverse in part.

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In 1967, Bob McBrayer became acquainted with a polystyrene fishing float sold under the trade name “Water Wagon,” and in 1970, he became interested in forming a company to promote and sell water wagons. On…