"Building a home can be very stressful, but we feel that working with Brock Built Homes was the least stressful experience we could have had! We recommend getting multiple quotes for any construction project. This argument misconstrues the trial court's ruling. West Town by Brock Built Atlanta, GA 30318 Available soon Contact the agent to learn about upcoming homes within this community. First AG lawsuit of its kind in US. See Regenstein v. J. Regenstein Co., 213 Ga. 157, 162, 97 S.E.2d 693 (1957); Flexible Products Co. v. Ervast, 284 Ga.App. 579, 584(2) (602 S.E.2d 297) (2004)..FN16. Although [Blake] may disagree with the credibility determinations made by the trial court, it cannot be said on the record before us that there is no evidence to support the trial court's conclusions.20. KING COUNTY, Wash. A new class-action lawsuit in the works accuses home developer LGI Homes of shoddy construction and violating the Consumer . Stone, Atlanta, for appellee. _ (Case No. See also Hofrichter/Stiakakis, 291 Ga.App. According to the complaint, Pulte failed to . A09A2373, decided Mar. When it came to comparing the two options the biggest factors for me were the simple pleasures: the quaintness of the neighborhood, being able to go for walks and having a quiet cup of coffee on my porch. 22, 2012). (Punctuation omitted.) at 72-74, 110 S.E.2d 128. A09A1537. 1110 Northchase Pkwy SE Ste 150. I was told by a realtor to look into a community being built by Ashton Woods in Chandler AZ. 338, 341342 (562 S.E.2d 371) (2002) (affirming the trial court's contract interpretation). Compare Tidikis v. Network for Med. Used under license. TermsPrivacyDisclaimerCookiesDo Not Sell My Information, Begin typing to search, use arrow keys to navigate, use enter to select, Stay up-to-date with FindLaw's newsletter for legal professionals. LEXIS 18246, *9-10(II) (N.D.Ga.1997). (b)Brock Built also contends that the trial court erred by awarding Blake $240,104 in attorney fees and costs because he failed to demonstrate the reasonableness of the amount sought. 2022. (404) 472-5707. Zillow (Canada), Inc. holds real estate brokerage licenses in multiple provinces. 442-H New York Standard Operating Procedures New York Fair Housing NoticeTREC: Information about brokerage services, Consumer protection noticeCalifornia DRE #1522444Contact Zillow, Inc. As you search for your new home, you'll find that we deliver everything from the suburban lifestyle of Woodstock to the in-town lifestyle of West Midtown, or unique vineyard living in Norcross. Lender v. Sutter, 228 Ga.App. the net profit statement [the accounting firm] produced for Brock Built in 2005, reflecting profits of $944,220, is accurate. The meeting went wonderful and I immediately felt that Brock Built and West Highlands at Habersham was where I wanted my dream to come true! FN14. Turner Broadcasting System, 627 F. Supp. 3 story with a basement 10/23/2018 permit extension for 30 days per a. epps, Erect two story single family residence with unfinished basement and finished attic, Erect new two story single family residence with finished basement; weston ii a lot 92, Erect new two story single family with 3rd floor bonus room. 191, 197(IV)(A) (11th Cir.2007). FN15. Innovative. (Citation omitted.) And, contrary to Brock Built's assertion, Blake's statement that he "was leaving" is not synonymous with a statement that he voluntarily resigned, nor does it create a question of fact on that issue in light of the other direct evidence to the contrary. "But two years later, nothing has happened. He further testified that the customary fee in this area in cases such as this one is usually 40 percent. Brock Built argues that the trial court erred by awarding Blake twelve months severance instead of six months. The trial court awarded Blake $207,279 in attorney fees and $32,825 in expenses. I hate that its come to this but I think its in the best interest of the company and my personal interest." See Medserv Corp., 1997 U.S. Dist. As Blake concedes on appeal, however, the trial court's award calculation was erroneous. Since 1977, Eastwood Homes has been the premier home builder for move in ready spec homes with unique floor plans in North Carolina, South Carolina, Richmond & Atlanta. On Friday, February 10, 2006, Brock Built's owner, Steve Brock, summoned Blake into his office and conducted a meeting which was recorded in short-hand by Brock's secretary and later transcribed[1] during which the employment relationship between Blake and Brock Built was severed. [C]onstruing the evidence in favor of [Blake], there was evidence that the contingency fee [he] agreed to pay was a valid indicator of the value of [his] attorney's services.17. FN6. Family Values.. FN7. Brock Built City Neighborhoods, LLC ("Brock Built") appeals from the trial court's entry of default judgment against it and in favor of Century Fire Protection, LLC ("Century"), contending that it was not properly served with the complaint. The total amount of the judgment to Blake was $256,589 (inclusive of interest) plus $240,104 in attorney fees, costs, and expenses.. We agree with the trial court and affirm the award of 12 months severance to Blake.14. A09A2373, decided Mar. Brock of Hemet, CA Verified Reviewer. Marietta, GA 30067-6410. (Emphasis in original.). FN20. Brokerage. A09A2373, decided Mar. 1. Brock Built relies heavily on the fact that during the February 10 meeting, Brock offered to allow Blake to "keep [his] pride" and say that he resigned, and that during the February 13 meeting, when Brock asked if Blake had any discussions with other employees, Blake responded that he told one employee that he "was leaving" and would "probably start [his] own company." [2] In October 2015, the company merged with Standard Pacific Homes to form CalAtlantic Homes . Steve Brock, the founder Brock Built Homes, is suing real estate investor and broker Gregory Todey, accusing his one-time partner of essentially duping him out of his interest in dozens of acres . The agreement between the parties provided that: [t]he Company shall pay or reimburse Blake for all costs and expenses (including court costs and reasonable attorney[] fees) incurred by Blake in connection with any litigation seeking to enforce Blake's rights under this Agreement, provided that Blake is substantially successful in such litigation.. Whether Blake forfeited half of his severance was not at issue during the previous appeal..FN11. 4. In fact, in the contract, which both sides testified was negotiated and revised by both, the parties agreed that the accountant's calculation would be final and binding. Blake's bonus, therefore, is calculated using the figure $944,220. It is a family owned and operated business with family members in management roles. 338, 341342 (562 S.E.2d 371) (2002) (affirming the trial court's contract interpretation). To sue in tort for actions otherwise arising out of the breach of a contractual obligation, "the defendant must also breach an independent duty created by statute or common law." San Francisco, There's a cheesy incarnation waiting for you no matter what you palete preferences are. 807, 810(1), 619 S.E.2d 481 (2005) (at-will employment contract providing that "a fiduciary and confidential relationship has commenced and will continue to exist between [the employer and employee]" presented a jury question as to whether employee stated an independent claim for breach of fiduciary duty); Spears v. Mack & Bernstein, P.C., 227 Ga.App. I would choose Brock Built again and if you want to make the best choice, you should too!. Brooke-Built Homes takes pride in quality construction. at 819(1). Bourke v. Webb, 277 Ga.App. Original review: March 30, 2022. Accordingly, we find no error in the trial court's decision to award Blake attorney fees and costs.15. In these consolidated appeals, we consider for a second time an employment dispute between plaintiff Henry Blake and defendant Brock Built, LLC. (KXAN Photo/Chris KXAN investigator Arezow Doost asked him if he was with the Brohn Homes leadership group.. construction will be concrete slab on grade w wood stud walls & wood framed roofs. Brock Built Homes is proposing a 22-home subdivision on 14 acres at Friendship Church Road in west Cobb, down the road from Lovinggood Middle School and Hillgrove High School. at 409-410(2), 491 S.E.2d 853; Rhine, 100 Ga.App. February 10, 2022 (SAINT PAUL) Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced at a press conference today [passcode: paG4$2Vj] that he has filed a lawsuit against controversial, hedge fund-owned, mega-landlord HavenBrook Homes, the landlord of more than 600 single-family residential properties . McReynolds v. Krebs, 307 Ga.App. Id. McReynolds v. Krebs, 307 Ga.App. See also United States v. Norwest Corp., 116 F.3d 1227, 1229(I)(A) (8th Cir.1997) ("The [ ] adjustments between a corporation's book income and the taxable income it reports on *430 the return are reflected by the IRS's Schedule M."); Long Term Capital Holdings v. United States, 330 F. Supp. The parties dispute whether Blake was terminated or voluntarily resigned during the meeting. FN8. See Service-Master Co., 252 Ga.App. (ld-201300025) west highlands phase 2 section 2, Construction of a new single family home with attached garage (ld-201600064), New townhome- 2107 marietta rd a/k/a 1912 kings cross building #4 (there are 21 permits sharing the same set of drawings bb-201602434 2437-2456), New townhome- 2107 marietta rd a/k/a 1922 kings cross building #4 (there are 21 permits sharing the same set of drawings bb-201602434 2437-2456), New townhome- 2107 marietta rd a/k/a 1847 brooks dr. nw building #3 (there are 21 permits sharing the same set of drawings bb-201602434 2437-2456), New townhome- 2107 marietta rd a/k/a 1853 brooks dr. nw. A proposed class action lawsuit filed by members of an Indian Land, South Carolina residential community claims that Pulte Home Company, LLC was negligent in handling the construction of thousands of homes that were built with defective foundations on poorly constructed soils and ill-designed grading. The homes are available with three different floorplans: The Adeline, the Manchester and the Lancaster. See id. The total amount of the judgment to Blake was $256,589 (inclusive of interest) plus $240,104 in attorney fees, costs, and expenses.. The parties filed a consolidated pre-trial order on March 29, 2010, and Brock Built listed Salvati as a may call witness in the order. (Punctuation omitted.) Blake testified that Terranova Properties was a one-man operation, and he was solely responsible for preparing estimates, proposals, bids, contracts, and invoices, reviewing bills, and maintaining the profitability of the corporation. In Georgia, an attorney cannot recover for professional services without proof of the value of those services. A court may consider a contingent fee agreement and the amount it would have generated as evidence of usual and customary fees in determining both the reasonableness and the amount of an award of attorney fees. At FindLaw.com, we pride ourselves on being the number one source of free legal information and resources on the web. Medserv Corp. v. Nemnom, 1997 *431 U.S. Dist. Construction stopped circa 2007. Sep 18, 2015 11:49 am EDT. Their team, from the builder Larry all the way up to their agent Dahlia, made my first home buying experience a great one. 300 Ga.App. 576, 579(2)(b), 586 S.E.2d 74 (2003) (officer breached fiduciary duty when he converted tens of thousands of dollars of cash belonging to corporation to his own use). Brock Built does not assert that Blake was terminated for cause; therefore, the Contract entitled him to severance compensation unless he voluntarily resigned. "I cried day and night because all I wanted to do, honestly, was . See Turner Broadcasting System v. CBS, 627 F. Supp. See Cochran v. Murrah, 235 Ga. 304, 307, 219 S.E.2d 421 (1975); ServiceMaster Co. v. Martin, 252 Ga.App. (Citation omitted.) at 72-74, 110 S.E.2d 128. It is undisputed that no such notice was ever given. But we haven't done that, so I'm going to let her testify about it, especially since her signature is on the tax document., The admission of evidence is generally committed to the sound discretion of the trial court, whose determination shall not be disturbed on appeal unless it amounts to an abuse of discretion.21 Here, given Blake's failure to file a motion in limine to exclude Salvati's testimony or a motion to compel her testimony regarding the tax returns once Brock Built listed her as a may-call witness in the consolidated pretrial order, we find no abuse of discretion in the trial court's decision to permit Salvati's testimony on this issue.22. Find Out About Great Interest Rate Specials and Reduced Pricing. From our variety of award winning floor plans to our energy efficient features, you'll find our Craftsman, Old Word, Traditional, Modern, and custom built new homes are . 749 (627 S.E.2d 454) (2006)..FN9. K. kk5 of US. See id. Consequently, Brock Built did not owe any independent duties to Blake apart from those arising under the Contract. 883, 889(3) (663 S.E.2d 379) (2008), quoting Home Depot U.S.A. v. Tvrdeich, 268 Ga.App. Quality you deserve, dependability you can count on! _ (Case No. 554, 558, n. 4, 2000 WL 1839390 (2000). See id. See id. The trial court also reduced Blake's incentive compensation by $10,000 based on an advance on profit sharing paid to him by Brock Built; the reduction is not at issue on appeal. I am very happy with my choice of a Brock Built home in West Highlands. And if you wanted me to force them to make her discuss those tax issues before she testified at trial, I would have been happy to take that issue up. Get in touch with Brock Built today. etc., Research, 274 Ga.App. 56, 63-65(IV)(C) (D.Del.2004) (affirming dismissal of claim for breach of fiduciary duty despite allegations that corporate officers and directors "abdicated their responsibility over the management and business affairs of the [corporation]"). Brock Built Homes LLC is proposing to develop a 275-home community in booming Bartow County, northwest of Atlanta. Brock Built also challenges the attorney fee and cost award to Blake. Whether Blake forfeited half of his severance was not at issue during the previous appeal. Pre-construction Manager (Former Employee) - Atlanta, GA - March 28, 2018. Likewise, Brock Built's allegations regarding the deficiencies in Blake's management and budgeting amounted at best to a showing of negligent or careless performance of Blake's duties, which is insufficient to show breach of fiduciary duty as a matter of law. The house is very well built and we love it and the neighborhood. Please switch to a supported browser or download one of our Mobile Apps. The email address cannot be subscribed. Subject to change without notice. 338, 341342 (562 S.E.2d 371) (2002) (affirming the trial court's contract interpretation)..FN14. Specifically, the trial court awarded Blake 40 percent of the $518,198 he sought in total damages, plus his costs, rather than 40 percent of the $256,589 awarded to Blake. Brock mentioned that he was in the process of drafting a "termination agreement" and wanted the relationship to end amicably. The Contract further allowed termination of the employment relationship with or without cause by either Blake or Brock Built, provided, however, that "[a]ny termination shall be communicated by written notice *428 of termination to the other party." In connection with Blake's promotion to president, he negotiated with Brock Built a contract of employment (the "Contract"). (Punctuation omitted.) See Magill v. Edd Kirby Chevrolet, Inc., 277 Ga.App. Then click the filter button to the right to filter community results by the region you selected. The trial court implicitly overruled the objection, explaining to Blake's attorney that there's a way that you can bring that to the [c]ourt's attention. We therefore conclude that the record evidence presents a question of fact on this issue proper for jury resolution. to update company info and see who's viewing your profile. Finally, at the meeting the following Monday, February 13, Brock presented Blake with his proposed termination agreement (which offered Blake less compensation than that to which he was entitled in the event of termination without cause) and instructed him to review it and "come back with comments." 1, 5(3) (673 S.E.2d 858) (2009). (Citation omitted.) Then, many received a notice at the beginning of June that they would need to sign a new contract paying thousands more, with a 7% escalation clause. 1. Brock Built, 300 Ga.App. building 3 (there are 21 permits sharing the same set of drawings bb-201602434 2437-2456), New townhome- 2107 marietta rd a/k/a 1921 bay line lane nw. Williamson v. Strickland & Smith, Inc., 296 Ga.App. After Salvati responded to questions regarding Brock Built's financial statement for 2005, defense counsel began to question her about the company's 2005 tax return. Deadlines were met on the day we were told and most importantly, we actually closed on time, on the exact day expected! at 409(2), 491 S.E.2d 853. (Punctuation omitted.) FN7. FN11. All Rights Reserved. Customer Complaints Summary Business's Response Rate: 75% 4 total complaints in the last 3 years. FN4. at 819(1). A photo of homes comparable to those forthcoming in Marietta by the same builder. (ca3-17-085 86 ca3-16-507) ld-201700083, Castle berry station townhomes building 1 lot 2 - new construction of 3 story w roof access a garage and outdoor deck in a 5 unit building. Cf. It's genuine performance. The [c]ourt does not find that Blake's income from his own LLC is synonymous with employment with a third party [.] For this reason, Blake is entitled to the equivalent of twelve months [] salary, or $180,000, as severance.13, Brock Built argues that the trial court erred by determining that Blake did not forfeit half of his severance by becoming employed by Terranova Properties, Inc., which Brock Built argues is a third-party. 94104, Brock Built Homes LLC has a BuildZoom score of. They are committed to quality and . Brock Built filed a counterclaim alleging that it was Blake who breached both the contract and his fiduciary duties to Brock Built by engaging in certain conduct during his employment. If you wish to report an issue or seek an accommodation, please let us know. at 820821(2). Since 1984, Brock Built has been a premier builder of Atlanta new homes. Southern Charm. The neighborhood would be located on 122 acres at Interstate 75 and Spring. Although we agree with Blake that, under certain circumstances, factual allegations of misconduct such as those involved in this matter can give rise to a cause of action in tort, this is not one of those cases. When Brock vaguely referenced that he had "cause" to terminate Blake, Blake inquired as to "what kind of things [he] did." The contract specified that Brock Built was required to pay Blake twelve months salary upon termination, unless Blake becomes employed with a third party within six months of his termination from the Company, in which case Brock Built was required to pay Blake six months salary. Pursuant to the terms of the Contract, Brock Built agreed to employ Blake as president through September 2007 at a designated annual base salary, after which time the contract would automatically renew for one-year terms. Our commitment to superior quality is above the rest. We most appreciate the punctuality of the entire process. 1846 Brooks Dr Nw, Atlanta, GA, 30318. See also Hofrichter/Stiakakis, 291 Ga.App. 749 (627 S.E.2d 454) (2006). Blake is entitled to a bonus (as share of the 2005 net profits) of $19,809.20.19, Blake argues that the trial court erred by disregarding the sworn statement by Brock Built (made to both the federal taxing authority and to banks) that its net income per books' for 2005 was over $3.1 million. This argument is belied by the trial court's order, which clearly addresses the discrepancy between the company's financial statement and its tax return. See Intl. We have been extremely happy with our home. Prices begin in the high $300,000s, according to Brock Built. Building permit records show that Brock Built Homes LLC has worked on 1135 permitted projects. Contact. The trial court granted Blake summary judgment on his claims for incentive and severance compensation and on Brock Built's counterclaim for breach of fiduciary duty. at 197-199(IV)(A) (reversing the grant of summary judgment when a question of fact was presented as to whether the corporate officer, who had much to gain from misrepresenting the financial health of the company, knew of accounting errors in financial statements and failed to advise the directors of the errors); Southeast Consultants v. McCrary Engineering Corp., 246 Ga. 503, 507-510(2), 273 S.E.2d 112 (1980) (officer has a fiduciary obligation not to usurp corporate business opportunity); Multimedia Technologies v. Wilding, 262 Ga.App. Both parties filed cross-motions for summary judgment. It follows that the duty allegedly breached by Brock Built and the damages arising therefrom arose solely from Brock Built's alleged breach of contract and are encompassed within that claim. Archie Ramos is one of those people who signed with Woodland Homes in February. April 10, 2021 at 10:02 am PDT. Courtesy of Brock Built Homes. Constr. Tvrdeich, 268 Ga.App. (Punctuation omitted.) The trial court did not err by granting Blake summary judgment on this claim. So viewed, the evidence shows that Blake was hired by Brock Built as a construction manager in 2003. Both parties filed cross-motions for summary judgment. New Ten29 West Townhomes built in Atlantas newest renaissance, the rapidly developing westside. The City Council has given a thumbs-up to a deal that would give the former Gun Club Park in Northwest Atlanta to developer Brock Built in exchange for an unspecified number of affordable housing . [,] the 20051 reflecting $3 million net profit per books, was explained by the accountant, Ms. Salvati, as representing a difference between financial accounting and tax accounting, and as being caused by the reporting of past years' income to the IRS in 2005. Our communities are built exactly where you want to live: in vibrant, thriving areas youll love to call home. Hopeful homebuyers signed contracts expecting to have a home built within the next year. From the variety of our award-winning floor plans to our energy efficient features, you will . See Bonney Motor Express v. Yates, 171 Ga.App. FN22. at 751(1). FN20. The Adeline is a 3-story townhome with more than 1,900 square feet, three bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, while the Manchester and Lancaster span . If you are looking for remodeling ideas, you can, When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of. at 751(1). 22, 2012). I love the team, I love the house, I love the neighborhood, and Thank God everyday for giving me the opportunity to live in the most beautiful home that I have ever owned! In addition, the plaintiff must have "an independent injury over and above the mere disappointment of plaintiff's hope to receive the contracted-for benefit." Blake then asked if that was going to be his last day and whether he needed to arrange for a ride home, to which Brock instructed him to compile a status report of his current projects and return on Monday. at 751(1)..FN20. Who is Brock Built. I have already recommended Brock Built Homes to people I know and care about who wish to build a home and will continue to do so.. Driskell conceded, however, that he did not reach an independent determination of the company's net income for 2005 based on Brock Built's financial information. The trial court also reduced Blake's incentive compensation by $10,000 based on an advance on profit sharing paid to him by Brock Built; the reduction is not at issue on appeal. At 60 percent AMI that would be $1,080; and at 80 . Andrews and Boggs, JJ., concur. Then when I am ready for the hustle and bustle I am only minutes away from Atlantic Station and Midtown. 390 projects over the past 3 years. Lender, 228 Ga.App. In turn, the trial court denied Brock Built's motion for summary judgment on Blake's claims for incentive compensation and tortious breach of the duty of good faith and fair dealing.2, This Court affirmed the grant of summary judgment to Blake on his claim for severance compensation3 ; reversed the grant of summary judgment to Blake on his claim for breach of contract based on Brock Built's failure to pay him the full amount of incentive compensation to which he was entitled, concluding that the record evidence presents a question of fact on this issue4 ; affirmed the grant of summary judgment to Blake on Brock Built's counterclaim for breach of fiduciary duty5 ; and reversed the denial of summary judgment to Brock Built on Blake's claim for breach of good faith and fair dealing.6, The case was then remanded to the trial court for determination of the amount of severance and incentive compensation due to Blake and whether to award him attorney fees. In 2015, it was the 5th largest homebuilder in the United States. Negotiations are continuing on attorney fees . Brock Built contends that, when calculating Blake's incentive compensation, it relied upon a 2005 consolidated financial report prepared by an outside certified public accountant which reported Brock Built's net income as less than $1 million. The trial court, however, awarded Blake 40 percent of the total amount of damages Blake sought at trial, including the amount he sought on his incentive compensation claim.18 Therefore, we affirm the imposition of attorney fees and costs, but we vacate the attorney fees and costs award and remand the case for proper calculation thereof consistent with this opinion. 3. No. Blake subsequently was promoted first to vice president and then, in October 2005, to president of the company. The lawsuit came in response to consumer complaints that the software did not work and that the company charged for technical support it had advertised as being free. The Contract defined "profit margin" as. at 758(5), 556 S.E.2d 517; Constr. at 181(2)(b)(ii), 643 S.E.2d 560. at 823825(4). Our convenient, carefully curated communities are second-to-none. Brock builds a great product and has . at 585(2). City of Atlanta v. Hofrichter/Stiakakis, 291 Ga.App. I toured the model homes and fell in love with everything from the floor plan to the beautiful details throughout the home. See, e.g., Benchmark Builders, Inc. v. Schultz,_ Ga.App. See id. City of Atlanta v. Hofrichter/Stiakakis, 291 Ga.App. CAREERS | PRIVACY POLICY | TERMS OF SERVICE | WARRANTY. 178, 181(2)(b)(ii), 643 S.E.2d 560 (2007). Brock Built relies on two general categories of conduct in support of its argument that Blake breached his fiduciary duty: (a) With the improper motive of increasing his incentive compensation, Blake attempted to maximize Brock Built's 2005 profit by both accelerating the construction of houses that were not scheduled to close until 2006 and by delaying the payment of invoices and bonuses until 2006; and (b) Blake neglected to properly oversee the affairs of Brock Built by failing to adequately manage the purchase order system, failing to budget engineering features in the sale prices of certain specific homes, and failing to use proper building materials for noise abatement in other specific homes. (Footnotes and emphasis omitted.) 1 complaints closed in the last 12 months. Finally, Brock Built argues that the trial court erred in denying its motion for *432 summary judgment on Blake's claim for breach of good faith and fair dealing. (Emphasis in original.). You're all set! The fact that the amount awarded was less than what he sought does not mean that he was not substantially successful in this litigation. Contact us. See also Hofrichter/Stiakakis, 291 Ga.App. Tvrdeich, 268 Ga.App. The trial court awarded Blake $207,279 in attorney fees and $32,825 in expenses..FN7. Since 1984, Brock Built has been a premier local Atlanta, GA home builder, dedicated to consistently earning our reputation as the top builder of new homes in Atlanta, GA. Our commitment to quality craftsmanship and customer service is visible in every detail of our new semi-custom homes. Contact Us Today! We agree with the trial court that Brock Built has not alleged conduct that rises to the level of fraud, bad faith or an abuse of discretion sufficient to establish a claim for breach of fiduciary duty. Headquarters. at 409-410(2), 491 S.E.2d 853; Rhine, 100 Ga.App. 300 Ga.App. 1, 5(3) (673 S.E.2d 858) (2009). Specialties: Since 1984, Brock Built has been a premier local Atlanta, GA home builder, dedicated to consistently earning our reputation as the top builder of new homes in Atlanta, GA. Our commitment to quality craftsmanship and customer service is visible in every detail of our new semi-custom homes. TSG Water Resources v. D'Alba & Donovan Certified Public Accountants, 260 Fed.Appx. CA In addition to location and the charm of my home, the price value for the midtown area is exceptional. 330, 334(2) (705 S.E.2d 214) (2010)..FN21. at 890(3)..FN17. The employment contract between Brock Built and Blake entitled Blake to severance compensation if Brock Built terminated the employment relationship, unless it was terminated for cause. For example, contrary to its allegations that Blake inappropriately accelerated home closings, the uncontradicted evidence shows that Brock Built had contractually agreed to close the homes at issue in 2005, not in 2006. 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