Desper v. Starved Rock Ferry Co.

342 U.S. 187 · Decided January 2, 1952 · Supreme Court of the United States

At a glance

Desper v. Starved Rock Ferry Co. was decided on January 2, 1952 by a vote of 7–2. The Court affirmed the lower court's decision. Justice Robert H. Jackson wrote the opinion of the Court. SCDB classifies its main issue as “Election of remedies” in the Economic Activity area.

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Full case caption

Desper, Administratrix, v. Starved Rock Ferry Co.

SCDB identifiers: case 1951-021, docket 1951-021-01.

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