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James Obtains Dismissal of Lawsuit Against Large Multi-County Pest Control Operator
Paul James recently obtained the dismissal of a lawsuit against a large multi-county pest control operator in North Alabama. The Plaintiff filed claims of fraud, misrepresentation & suppression, along with breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, and negligent/wanton conduct. The Plaintiff’s claims arose out of the preparation of a Wood Infestation Inspection Report (“WIIR”) along with allegations of improper treatment. However, the Trial Court agreed with James’ arguments that the Plaintiff’s Complaint and facts did not establish a breach of the standard of care for the applicable pest control operator and that the Plaintiff had suffered no damage as a result of what they argued were gross & deficient treatments and inspections of their client’s home.