Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District / Jun 6, 2023
David L. Jones, Appellant, vs. Impact Agape Ministries, et al., Respondents.
Mr. David Lee Jones, a professional musician, appealed the small claims court's judgment in favor of Impact Agape Ministries and its pastors on his breach of contract claim for unpaid music services. The small claims court had entered judgment for the church after a trial de novo. The appellate court dismissed the appeal, finding that Mr. Jones's brief failed to substantially comply with the requirements of Rule 84.04, thereby preserving nothing for appellate review.