Louisiana Court of Appeal February 13, 2002, No. 01-CA-1063 (Palace Exploration Co. v. Louisiana Exploration & Drilling Co.)

SOL GOTHARD, Judge.

This lawsuit arises out of a joint venture for the exploration and production of oil and gas in St. John the Baptist Parish. Prior to trial, the parties submitted a comprehensive stipulation of facts, leaving for resolution three legal issues: whether plaintiffs were entitled to attorney fees and interest; whether plaintiffs were entitled to delay damages; and, whether