Cities Service Company v. Lee-Vac, Ltd.
761 F.2d 238 (5th Cir. 1985)
Nature of the Case
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Facts
P's dock was struck by D's barge, driven by its tug, in the early morning hours of July 4, 1979. At some point prior to the accident a socket, making the starboard wire rope that secured the tug and barge, failed. The socket was manufactured by American Hoist (D). P sued D and American Hoist (D). The latter two cross-claimed against each other. The judge awarded P its damages against D, absolved American Hoist (D) of liability, and awarded American Hoist (D) its expenses from P. D appealed.
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