568 So. 2d 1134 - Dodd v. Dodd’s Empirical Analysis

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4 state decisions

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1. “A judgment should be so construed as to give effect to every word and part thereof and the effects and consequences which follow from its terms, whether expressed or implied. In re Clover Ridge Planting & Manufacturing Co., [ 194 La. 77 ] 193 So. 468 (La.1940). In construing an ambiguous judgment, resort may be had to the entire record to aid in arriving at its meaning or to clarify its intention. Kilcrease, Ehlinger & Faulkner, Inc. v. McLeod, 357 So.2d 67 (La.App. 4 Cir.1978). In construing a judgment, the entire context must be considered, and in the event of doubt or ambiguity, it is proper to consider the pleadings, subject matter of suit, reasons for judgment, and other matters of record in order to arrive at an interpretation consistent with a proper decree on the facts and law presented. American Bank & T. Co. v. Blue Bird Restaurant & L., 294 So.2d 302 (La.App. 1 Cir.1974), writ denied 296 So.2d 840 .”

   1 later decision quote this exact passage
   e.g. 690 So. 2d 1005 - Seal v. Crescent City Cold Storage, Inc.

2. “Amendment of Judgment A final judgment may be amended by the trial court at any time, with or without notice, on its own motion or on motion of any party: (1) To alter the phraseology of the judgment, but not the substance; or (2) To correct errors of calculation.”

   1 later decision quote this exact passage
   e.g. Martinez v. Martinez