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Michael Watters v. Brandi Cole
No. 25A-CT-1703
Civil. Appeal from the Franklin Circuit Court, Judge Alex J. Dudley. Affirms the trial court’s judgment in favor of Cole. Holds the trial court did not clearly err in finding Watters made fraudulent misrepresentations, including falsely claiming extensive experience in the pool industry and failing to disclose material facts about subcontracting, which Cole relied upon in entering the contract; the court further concludes the trial court properly pierced the corporate veil because Allure Pools was undercapitalized, used to promote fraud or injustice and had no assets, making it equitable to hold Watters personally liable. Judge May authored the opinion. Judges Mathias and Felix concur. Appellant’s attorneys: Taylor Ferguson, Andrew Dutkanych III, Indianapolis, Indiana. Appellee’s attorney: Joseph M. Sprafka III, Reardon & Chasar, LPA, Cincinnati, Ohio.
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