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· 1/29/1962

Richard v. Gifford-Hill & Co.

Citations

  • 137 So. 2d 67
  • 1962 La. App. LEXIS 1520

How courts have described this case

Verbatim parenthetical descriptions written by other courts when citing this decision. Ranked by citation-network relevance.

  • noting that although not binding on us, we may cite federal authority for its persuasive value
  • stating that “[f]ederal court decisions do not control the determinations of the Superior Court”
  • stating “While foreign plaintiffs enjoy ‘less deference’ with regard to their choice of forum, their choice is still entitled to solicitude.”
  • abuse of discretion for trial court to engage in “one-sided discussion” of factors weighing against plaintiff’s choice of forum
  • abuse of discretion for trial court to engage in “one-sided discussion” of factors weighing against plaintiff’s choice of forum
  • federal court decisions are not binding on this Court

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Judges: Frugé, Hood, Tate

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