Mariscal v. American Smelting & Refining Co.

STRUCKMEYER, Vice Chief Justice.

This action was brought by the parents of Luis A. Mariscal, Jr., pursuant to Arizona’s Wrongful Death Act, A.R.S. § 12-611, et seq., against the American Smelting and Refining Company and others, alleging that the plaintiffs were damaged by the deprival of the love, affection, guidance, solace and companionship of their son. Decedent was 23 years of age when he was killed in an accident while working for the company. He was unmarried, had no dependents, was not contributing to the support of his parents, and was subject to the provisions of Arizona’s Workmen’s…