Fretz Construction Company, Petitioner v. Southern National Bank of Houston, Respondent

Summary

The Texas Supreme Court reversed the Court of Civil Appeals' judgment for Southern National Bank and remanded the case for further consideration of Fretz Construction's promissory estoppel, contract, third‑party beneficiary, and fraud claims. The Court held that the Bank's promise to set aside $2,372,715 was enforceable and not conditional, supporting the jury's findings on reliance and damages.