Fourticq v. Fireman's Fund Insurance Co.
Texas Court of Appeals, 5th District (Dallas)
1Opinion of the Court
SHUMPERT, Justice.
This is an appeal from an action for breach of contract. Appellant Fourticq contends that there was no consideration supporting the contract, and therefore, that there could be no breach because the contract was unenforceable. We agree. Consequently, we reverse and render a take nothing judgment for Fourticq. Additionally, we remand for a determination of attorney’s fees.
In 1974, appellees Fireman’s Fund, et al., entered into an agreement under which ADS Insurance Services became their agent for selling insurance. At that time, Fourticq, who had an ownership interest in ADS,…
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