Brion v. Union Plaza Corp.

OPINION

This is an appeal from an order of the district court, dismissing appellants’ lawsuit. For the reasons expressed in this opinion, we affirm the decision as to respondent Union Plaza Corporation (Union Plaza), but reverse as to the second respondent, Sierra Elevator Company.

Larry and Barbara Brion filed their suit against Union Plaza and Sierra Elevator Company to recover damages for injuries sustained in an elevator accident at the Union Plaza Hotel and Casino on January 19, 1985. Union Plaza was served with a summons and complaint on January 20, 1987, and responded by making a demand…