Berg v. Settle

Langenbach, J. † —

Appellant Settle, a radiology specialist, had been engaged in practicing his specialty in Olympia since 1946. He had established a lucrative business and medical practice covering Lewis, Mason and Thurston counties. The inventory of his business showed extensive x-ray equipment valued in excess of $75,000 although greatly depreciated on the records. In 1950 respondent Berg was employed as an assistant radiologist under a written contract.

On January 1, 1958, these parties entered into an oral agreement of partnership. Respondent agreed to purchase a 45 per cent interest in…