Chong v. Reebaa Constr. Inc.

Reebaa Construction, Inc. filed the instant lawsuit against Chang Sop Chong, seeking recovery of funds allegedly owed for construction and renovation services that it performed at Chong’s home. Chong filed an answer and counterclaim. Following a jury trial, the jury found in favor of Reebaa Construction in the amount of $154,954.63 on its breach of contract claim and $140,112.00 on its attorney fees claim, plus prejudgment interest. The trial court entered judgment based on the verdict, and denied Chong’s motion for new trial. In Case No. A06A2308, Chong appeals, arguing that 1 the evidence was insufficient to sustain the verdict and entry of judgment; 2 that a trial witness for Reebaa Construction was erroneously allowed to testify and refresh his recollection using documents that had not been produced during discovery; and 3 that the award of attorney fees was erroneous. In Case No. A06A2309, Reebaa Construction cross-appeals, contending that the trial court erred 1 in granting Chong’s motions for directed verdict as to its claims for defamation and slander per se, tortious interference with business relationships, and punitive damages; 2 in failing to find Chong in contempt or to issue a protective order for Chong’s harassment and intimidation of witnesses; and 3 in failing to grant Reebaa Construction’s motions for attorney fees. For the reasons that follow, we affirm in part and reverse in part.

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