Babineaux v. Pernie-Bailey Drilling Co.

BARHAM, Justice.

Arlene King Babineaux instituted this suit alleging that she, as surviving wife and in her capacity as representative of four minor children, was entitled under Civil Code Article 2315 to damages sustained through the wrongful death of Cecyl Paul Babineaux, alleged to be the husband of petitioner and the father of the children. The defendants are Pernie-Bailey Drilling Co., the deceased’s employer; its liability insurer, Travelers Insurance Company; D. J. Doucet, sheriff; and two employees of the defendant employer who are also insured under the Travelers’ policy. It is…