Orkin Exterminating Co., Inc. v. Williamson

JONES, Justice.

Kitty Williamson sued Orkin Exterminating Company (Orkin) under theories of common law negligence and violations of the Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) for damages resulting from Orkin’s application of chlordane, a pesticide, to Williamson’s house. In addition to finding liability on both theories, the jury made findings of actual damages, attorney’s fees, and exemplary damages. The trial court disregarded the jury’s finding as to one element of actual damages, about which Williamson does not complain, and rendered judgment for Williamson on the remainder of the jury’s…