Ensley v. Cody Resources, Inc.

JERRY E. SMITH, Circuit Judge:

Cody Resources, Inc., and Cody Energy, Inc. (collectively, “Cody”), appeal a quantum meruit judgment. Art Ensley cross-appeals, seeking prejudgment interest and to reverse summary judgment entered against him on his fraud claim; in the alternative, he requests a new trial. We affirm.

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Working as an independent broker and consultant for petroleum-related businesses, Ensley provided services to Cody by bringing mineral interests to Cody’s attention, for which he typically was paid a commission or finder’s fee; he also performed marketing, price analysis, title…