Clark v. Department of Public Safety

COVINGTON, Judge.

Hazel Clark sued the Department of Public Safety, State of Louisiana, Walter Clement and Olander Smith for damages for personal injuries allegedly sustained incident to her arrest for speeding by a State Trooper. She submits that the Trooper yanked her out of her car, injuring her shoulders and back. Prior to trial plaintiff dismissed her suit against Officer Smith. Trial was held before Judge Steven A. Duc-zer who rendered judgment in favor of the defendants and dismissed plaintiff’s suit. Plaintiff appeals, contending that the trial court erred in finding that the arresting…