Larson v. Thoresen

This is a second appeal. (See Larson v. Thoresen, 36 Cal.2d 666 [226 P.2d 571].) The controversy arose out of a written contract dated August 5, 1947, to pur chase a lot in El Monte, to construct thereon a residence and garage, to contribute equally to the cost of the improvements and to share equally in the profits realized from a sale of the premises. The lot was acquired and the building proceeded. In the course of construction the Thoresens occupied the garage while the Larsons dwelt in the residence. On completion of the house, the Thoresens moved in and the Larsons moved out. Irritation…