Blackburn v. BRAZOS VALLEY UTILITIES, INC.

OPINION

BURGESS, Justice.

In 1982, appellants 1 filed suit alleging trespass and damages to their land arising from the construction of a water line in front of their home. In 1987, they amended their pleadings to include false imprisonment, civil rights violations, and the taking of property without compensation. A jury trial ensued, but the trial court withdrew the case from the jury and directed a verdict for appellees. Appellants urge six points of error.

Hardin Water Supply Corporation (hereinafter referred to as Hardin), contracted with Brazos Valley Utilities, Inc. (Brazos), who in turn…