Marshall v. A. del Valle

Supreme Court of Louisiana
Marshall v. A. del Valle, 28 La. Ann. 261 (La. 1876)
Morgan, Wyly

Marshall v. A. del Valle

Opinion of the Court

Morgan, J.

The defendant is sued for damages arising from an alleged breach of contract.

The defendant, through his agent, agreed to purchase the plaintiff’s *262plantation for a fixed price, subject to an examination of the title. Defendant’s counsel, after examination, advised him that the title was not good.

Under these circumstances we do not see where the plaintiff has any .right to claim damages for a non-compliance of contract.

Judgment affirmed.

Rehearing refused.

Dissenting Opinion

"Wyly, J.,

dissenting. I dissent in this case, and will file my reasons hereafter.

Reference

Full Case Name
G. M. Marshall v. A. Yznaga del Valle
Status
Published