Norris v. State, DOTD

AMY, Judge.

The plaintiffs sued the State of Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for negligence and strict liability for failing to maintain the right-of-way along Louisiana Highway 127. A jury trial was held, and no fault was apportioned to the State. The plaintiffs appeal this decision. For the following reasons, we affirm.

Factual and Procedural Background

On October 30, 1991, Jerry Norris was involved in an accident with Beatrice Shirley. Ms. Shirley was entering Highway 127 from the Walkerville Road by making a left-hand turn. According to the accident report, Mr. Norris…