Major Hammett, II v. Michael D. Atcheson Michael D. Atcheson, Trustee of the Michael Dean Atcheson Trust

THOMAS H. NEWTON, Judge.

Mr. Major Hammett, II, appeals the denial of the motion to amend the judgment for an award of attorney fees. Mr. Michael D. Atcheson, as an individual and a trustee of the Michael D. Atcheson Trust (Atcheson Parties), cross-appeals the denial of the motions for a directed verdict and judgment notwithstanding the verdict. We affirm in part, reverse in part, and remand for a new trial solely on the issue of damages.

Factual and Procedural History

The following facts were adduced at trial. In 2005, Mr. Hammett began working with the City of Bolivar and the Tax Increment…