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Neumeyer v. Terral

Citation: 481 So. 2d 631Docket: 85-C-2311

Court: Supreme Court of Louisiana; January 23, 1986; Louisiana; State Supreme Court

Narrative Opinion Summary

In the case of Neumeyer v. Terral, the plaintiffs, John S. Neumeyer and Mrs. John S. Neumeyer, filed a lawsuit on behalf of their minor son against Dr. William C. Terral, his medical clinic, and other medical professionals, including Dr. Clemente Mendoza and Dr. Bertha N. Wexler, as well as Eli Lilly Company. The case was heard in the Supreme Court of Louisiana, with the decision rendered on January 24, 1986. The court ultimately denied the plaintiffs' claims. The details of the allegations, specific legal arguments, and the rationale for the court's decision are not provided in the summary.

Legal Issues Addressed

Denial of Claims in Medical Malpractice

Application: The court denied the plaintiffs' claims against the medical professionals and Eli Lilly Company, indicating that the allegations were not sufficient to warrant a favorable decision for the plaintiffs.

Reasoning: The court ultimately denied the plaintiffs' claims.

Representation of Minors in Legal Proceedings

Application: The plaintiffs, acting on behalf of their minor son, demonstrate the legal principle that parents or guardians can file lawsuits for the benefit of their minor children in cases involving potential injury or malpractice.

Reasoning: The plaintiffs, John S. Neumeyer and Mrs. John S. Neumeyer, filed a lawsuit on behalf of their minor son against Dr. William C. Terral, his medical clinic, and other medical professionals.