Williams v. Louisiana Ry. & Navigation Co.
Citations
- 121 La. 438
- 46 So. 528
- 1908 La. LEXIS 686
Syllabus
<p>1. Caeeieks — Ejection oe Inteudees — Liabilities.</p> <p>The forcible ejection by a conductor of even a trespasser from a rapidly moving train is a tort, and the railroad company is responsible for the resulting injury.</p> <p>2. Appeal and Eeeoe — Review—Evidence.</p> <p>When a case hinges on the credibility of witnesses, the judgment will not be disturbed, unless clearly erroneous.</p> <p>[Ed. Note. — For cases in point, see Cent. Dig. vol. 3, Appeal and Error, §§ 3901-3906.] ’</p> <p>Monroe, J., dissenting.</p> <p>(Syllabus by the Court.)</p>
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Judges: Land, Monroe
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