Adair v. Maxwell
Maxwell sued Adair to recover Maxwell's entitlement to half of the increased compensation for services rendered after a legislative act raised the Kaskaskia Receiver of the Land Office's pay. The circuit court ruled in favor of the Maxwell, awarding $475.27 and costs. Adair error appealed to the Supreme Court, which affirmed the judgment, concluding thatMaxwell was entitled to half of the increased compensation.