Fetty v. Wenger

— Robert Fetty sued his former clients, Ron and Diane Wenger, for attorney fees after they prematurely terminated his services. The trial court dismissed the action on grounds that the statute of limitations had expired. Because the Wengers acknowledged their obligation to Fetty, we hold that the statute of limitations was extended, and reverse.

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Ron Wenger, acting on behalf of a potential heir to a multimillion dollar estate, hired Robert Fetty to represent the interests of the heir. Wenger and Fetty entered into a contingent fee agreement. Eventually, Wenger became dissatisfied with Fetty’s…