Rosenkrantz v. Barnett Banks Trust Co.
Rosenkrantz v. Barnett Banks Trust Co.
Opinion of the Court
Plaintiff brought an action against defendant-bank for negligence and breach of fiduciary duties arising out of obligations to the settlor-beneficiary of a trust, which the bank allegedly assumed. Following a jury verdict for the plaintiff, the trial court entered a judgment in favor of the defendant in accordance with a motion for directed verdict. The plaintiff now appeals the trial court’s final judgment. We reverse.
The directed verdict was based on the court’s conclusions that (1) the plaintiff had ratified the defendant’s actions, (2) the
We do affirm the additional directed verdict entered on the claim of intentional infliction of emotional distress. Additionally, the judgment for attorney’s fees and costs is reversed. We find no error as to the other evidentiary issues raised.
Upon remand, the trial court may reconsider the motion for new trial and motion for remittitur.
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