Lentz v. Baker

OPINION

ANDERSON, Judge.

Plaintiff appeals the jury verdict finding liability but no damage in his alienation of affections suit on grounds the verdict is inconsistent. We affirm.

Gary and Teresa Lentz married in June 1976. As a journeyman boilermaker, plaintiff Gary Lentz experienced lengthy periods of unemployment. When employed, he worked long hours, and at times was required to leave his family and travel to other states to obtain employment. As a result of the long hours, the absences, and the lack of money, the marriage was under stress. Sexual incompatibility and plaintiff’s physical…