Merritt v. Safeway Insurance Co. of Louisiana

Joseph Merritt (“Merritt”) appeals the trial court’s dismissal of his suit on the basis of its finding that the parties had entered into a valid compromise agreement settling his claims against Safeway Insurance Company of Louisiana (“Safeway”). For the reasons assigned below, we affirm.

FACTS

On June 5, 2000, Merritt was performing repairs on the windshield wipers of a vehicle owned by J.B. Nolan and insured by Safeway when he injured his hand as a result of the wipers being activated. The injuries to Merritt’s hand required surgery, and he incurred various related medical expenses.

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