Mercedel W. Miles v. Apex Marine Corporation

498 U.S. 19 · Decided November 6, 1990 · Supreme Court of the United States

At a glance

Mercedel W. Miles v. Apex Marine Corporation was decided on November 6, 1990 unanimously (8–0). The Court affirmed the lower court's decision. Justice Sandra Day O'Connor wrote the opinion of the Court. SCDB classifies its main issue as “Election of remedies” in the Economic Activity area.

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Case details

How the Justices voted

Did not participate: David H. Souter.

Full case caption

Mercedel W. Miles, Individually and as Administratrix of the Succession of Ludwick Adam Torregano v. Apex Marine Corporation et al.

SCDB identifiers: case 1990-005, docket 1990-005-01.

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