Federated Fry Metals v. Hoffman

LANDRIEU, Judge.

We are asked to determine whether the trial court erred in nullifying a judgment rendered against Henry W. Hoffman d/b/a Southern Radiator.

On December 21, 1987, and January 18, 1988, Hoffman purchased from Federated Fry Metals (FFM) $3,871.76 worth of merchandise. When Hoffman failed to pay for the merchandise, FFM sent a demand letter dated September 10, 1990, to “Southern Radiator”, stating that legal action would be taken if payment was not received.

Payment was not received and on November 29, 1990, FFM filed a petition on open account against “Henry W. Hoffman d/b/a…