The case is still pending before the trial court, which generally weighs against an early appeal. SeeSaganis-Noonan v. Koenig , 857 S.W.2d 499, 502 (Mo.App. E.D. 1993). However, because the three remaining factors weigh in favor of finding there was no just reason for delay, we hold the trial court did not abuse its discretion in certifying its judgment for appeal.
We find no evidence of improper motives. Saganis-Noonan v. Koenig, 857 S.W.2d 499, 502 (Mo.App. 1993) (motions for sanctions are usually granted only for bad faith). We reverse the order of sanctions against Masters and Pitts.