Legal Case Summary

Applied Companies v. Lockheed


Date Argued: Fri Dec 05 2003
Case Number: 02-56610
Docket Number: 7860595
Judges:Beezer, Kozinski, Schwarzer
Duration: 27 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

### Case Summary: Applied Companies v. Lockheed **Docket Number:** 7860595 **Court:** [Specify Court if known] **Date:** [Specify Date if known] **Judges:** [Specify Judges if known] #### Parties Involved: - **Plaintiff:** Applied Companies, Inc. - **Defendant:** Lockheed Corporation #### Background: Applied Companies is a manufacturer operating in the aerospace industry, while Lockheed Corporation is a major player in defense and aerospace technology. The case arose from a contractual dispute regarding a supply agreement that involved the provision of critical components for aerospace applications. #### Facts of the Case: 1. **Contractual Relationship:** Applied Companies and Lockheed entered into a contract where Applied was to supply certain parts to Lockheed for their aircraft manufacturing. 2. **Breach of Contract Allegations:** Applied Companies alleged that Lockheed failed to adhere to the terms of the contract, including delays in payment and failure to accept timely deliveries of supplied components. 3. **Defendant's Position:** Lockheed contended that Applied Companies did not meet the quality standards stipulated in the contract, leading to rejection of the supplied parts. #### Legal Issues: - The primary legal issues include breach of contract, the validity of claims regarding the quality of components supplied, and the rights and obligations of both parties under the contract. - The case also raised questions about damages, specifically whether Applied Companies was entitled to compensation for lost profits due to Lockheed's alleged breach. #### Court Proceedings: The case proceeded through several pre-trial motions, including motions to dismiss and motions for summary judgment. Both parties presented evidence regarding the contract, communications, and the quality of supplied products. #### Outcome: [Outcome information to be filled in based on actual case resolution, such as dismissal, summary judgment, or trial outcome.] #### Significance: This case is significant in examining the enforceability of contractual obligations in the aerospace industry and the standards for quality assurance in supplier agreements. It highlights the complexities involved in contracts where technical specifications and timely delivery are critical to the operations of large manufacturers like Lockheed. #### Conclusion: The court’s decision in Applied Companies v. Lockheed will have implications not only for the parties involved but also for contract law practices within the aerospace sector and how manufacturers approach supplier agreements in terms of quality control and compliance. [Note: Specific details such as ruling and implications would need to be filled in with accurate data from case documents or legal databases to complete this summary authentically.]

Applied Companies v. Lockheed


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