Siple v. Corbett

This is an appeal from a decision of the Court of Chancery, awarding summary judgment to defendants.

Plaintiff was the sole owner of defendant S & K Plumbing and Heating, Inc. He hired defendant Corbett on January 1, 1972 as a secretary. Defendant Corbett’s responsibilities multiplied, so that after eight years, she performed the functions of office manager, controller, and administrative assistant. Eventually defendant Corbett asked plaintiff to transfer part ownership of the corporation to her as compensation for her contributions to the corporation over the years. When he didn’t, defendant…