Site Search:

Free Case Law Search Results

Search Results: 1 found

Citation: 111 U.S. 716

1. Louisiana ex rel. Nelson v. Police Jury of St. Martin's Parish, SUPREME COURT OF THE UNITED STATES, Argued April 25, 1884. , May 5, 1884, Decided

OVERVIEW: In damages claimant's action to recover damages suffered due to a mob or riotous crowd in a city, it was improper to reverse a decree that ordered that a mandamus be issued to collect taxes to pay the judgment. Claimant's right was assured by law when the contract was made; thus, legislation that changed taxation rate could not prevent collection.


« Back to Top

Select a case name link to read the full display of the case — absolutely FREE!

If you are not a registered lexisONE® Community user, you will be asked to register.

Registration is free.

Get the fully-featured version of this case for $9.00

Tell me more about lexis.com searches!