Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District / Oct 1, 2019
James Smith; Remax Professionals of St. Joseph, Inc. vs. Mohammad Najafi and Homa Najafi
James Smith sued Mohammad and Homa Najafi for specific performance and damages related to a real estate contract, while ReMax sought commissions. The trial court ordered specific performance and awarded damages to Smith and commissions to ReMax. On appeal, Smith argued for additional damages due to increased interest rates, which the appellate court granted by modifying the judgment. The Najafis cross-appealed, contending no valid contracts existed with either Smith or ReMax, but the appellate court affirmed the trial court's findings on contract formation. The case was remanded for a determination of Smith's appellate attorney fees.