Wilson v. G. Brian Corp.

HAMITER, Justice.

As owner and lessor of the premises located at 1535 Elysian Fields Avenue in the City of New Orleans Valmore M. Wilson instituted the instant action against his lessee, G. Brian Corporation, to recover accrued rent of $1200, attorneys’ fees as provided for in the written lease contract, and taxes which plaintiff was required to pay although defendant was obligated to do so.

The district court rendered judgment in plaintiff’s favor in accordance with his prayer.

On an appeal the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal amended the judgment by disallowing the demand for accrued rent and by…