Delaune v. Breaux

This is a suit for damages for $10,000 for the death of Alfred Freddie Delaune, plaintiff’s son, who, at the time of his death, was twenty-six years of age.

The death of Delaune occurred in an automobile accident. The automobile, in which he was riding at the time, was being driven by Leon Breaux, a minor, aged eighteen years, who is the son of defendant.

Defendant is sought to be held liable in his son’s place by virtue of article 2318 of the Civil Code, making the father liable for the damage occasioned by his minor or un emancipated child, residing with him, or placed by him under the care…