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Facts
The case involves claims brought by representatives of several estates and individuals against Chaves County and its Board of County Commissioners. The claims arise from events leading to the deaths of multiple individuals, but the specific facts and circumstances surrounding these events are not detailed in the decision provided.
Procedural History
- Rutherford v. Chaves County, 2002-NMCA-059, 132 N.M. 289, 47 P.3d 448: The New Mexico Court of Appeals issued a decision on April 4, 2002. The specific holding of this decision is not provided in the text.
Parties' Submissions
- Plaintiffs-Respondents: [Not applicable or not found]
- Defendants-Petitioners: [Not applicable or not found]
Legal Issues
- Whether the issues raised in the petition for writ of certiorari warrant review by the Supreme Court of New Mexico.
Disposition
- The Supreme Court of New Mexico granted the petition for writ of certiorari on all issues raised in the petition. (headnotes)
Reasons
The Supreme Court of New Mexico, led by Chief Justice Patricio M. Serna, determined that the issues raised in the petition for writ of certiorari merited review. The Court ordered the case to be placed on the general calendar and set deadlines for the submission of briefs by the parties. The Court also directed that the briefs consolidate and update any previously filed briefs from the Court of Appeals, without incorporation by reference, and include commentary on the Court of Appeals' opinion. The Court further noted that oral argument could be requested pursuant to Rule 12.2 NMRA. (headnotes)