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Guillory v. Guaranty National Insurance Co.

Citations: 468 So. 2d 1259; 1985 La. App. LEXIS 9361Docket: No. 84-335

Court: Louisiana Court of Appeal; April 9, 1985; Louisiana; State Appellate Court

Narrative Opinion Summary

The judgment in favor of Guaranty National Insurance Company is reversed and set aside, leading to the remand of the case to the trial court for further proceedings. Guaranty National Insurance Company is responsible for the costs of the appeal, while the assessment of remaining costs will be deferred pending the trial's outcome. The decision is clearly stated as "REVERSED AND REMANDED."

Legal Issues Addressed

Assessment of Appeal Costs

Application: Guaranty National Insurance Company is obligated to cover the costs associated with the appeal due to the reversal of the judgment.

Reasoning: Guaranty National Insurance Company is responsible for the costs of the appeal, while the assessment of remaining costs will be deferred pending the trial's outcome.

Remand for Further Proceedings

Application: The case is sent back to the trial court for additional actions consistent with the appellate court's decision.

Reasoning: The judgment in favor of Guaranty National Insurance Company is reversed and set aside, leading to the remand of the case to the trial court for further proceedings.

Reversal of Judgment

Application: The appellate court has determined that the previous judgment in favor of Guaranty National Insurance Company is incorrect and must be overturned.

Reasoning: The judgment in favor of Guaranty National Insurance Company is reversed and set aside.