Trujillo Ex Rel. Estate of Trujillo v. Trujillo

OPINION

ALARID, Judge.

Kenneth Trujillo (plaintiff), as personal representative of the estate of Henry Trujillo, Jr., appeals the trial court’s dismissal of his claim against Gilbert Trujillo (defendant), d/b/a El Nido Supper Club. The issue on appeal is whether a tavernkeeper who unlawfully serves alcohol to an intoxicated patron is civilly liable for injuries suffered by the patron as a result of that act. We hold that defendant is not liable and, therefore, affirm.

PROCEDURAL BACKGROUND

Plaintiff brought an action for the wrongful death of decedent in Valencia County on January 3, 1985. The…