Broussard v. Adams

HOOD, Judge.

This is a workmen’s compensation suit instituted by John M. Broussard against James Adams, d/b/a Adams Fence Company, and Dewey DeVillier. Judgment was rendered by the trial court in favor of plaintiff and against defendant Adams for a part of the compensation benefits claimed, plus penalties and attorney’s fees. Plaintiff’s demands against the remaining defendant, DeVillier, were rejected. Plaintiff appealed.

The sole issue presented is whether plaintiff was injured while performing work for defendant DeVillier, which was a part of the latter’s trade, business or occupation, and…