Harter v. Harter

BROWN, Chief Judge.

| plaintiffs, David Harter and Jan Har-ter Pipkin, filed this breach of contract action against their brother, defendant, Mike Harter and his business, Harter Oil Company. Both plaintiffs claimed that they each purchased a 25% working interest in certain mineral leases from Harter Oil. The price was $250,000 for each 25% interest. Harter Oil Company agreed to finance the purchase price. The debts would be paid from funds arising out of or attributed to the working interests conveyed. There were no written assignments or promissory notes. Plaintiffs claim that defendants…