Appeal: Lisa defended trial win over Las Margaritas

On June 3, 2024, Lisa, S.A. submitted its appellate brief requesting the court to uphold a February 7, 2024 ruling that dismissed the claims brought by Avícola Las Margaritas, S.A. for abuse of rights. The original trial court had ruled in Lisa’s favor, finding that the plaintiff failed to demonstrate a direct or immediate harm resulting from Lisa’s actions. Lisa emphasized that its conduct—including the filing of criminal complaints and amparo actions—was lawful, and that Avícola Las Margaritas was neither named nor affected by those proceedings.

Lisa further argued that the elements necessary to prove abuse of rights—such as malicious intent, harm to third-party patrimonial interests, and a causal link to real damages—were never met. The brief also requested a reversal of the trial court’s decision on legal costs, asking that Avícola Las Margaritas be ordered to pay both trial and appellate costs. Lisa concluded that the plaintiff’s appeal is unfounded and that the original ruling should be confirmed.