Becker Equip., Inc. v. Flynn, Unpublished Decision (3-15-2004)

OPINION

{¶ 1} Plaintiff-appellant, Becker Equipment, Inc. ("Becker"), appeals from the Butler County Common Pleas Court's decision denying its post-judgment motion for punitive damages and attorney fees against defendants-appellees, Marvin A. Flynn and Flynn's company, for misappropriation of trade secrets.

{¶ 2} Becker is engaged in the business of distributing metering pumps, parts, and accessories. From 1979 to June 2001, Becker was the "Master Distributor" for Liquid Metronics, Inc. ("LMI"), a metering pump manufacturer. Pursuant to its "Master Distribution Agreement" with LMI, Becker had…