Legal Case Summary

Archon Construction Co., Inc. v. U.S. Shelter, LLC


Date Argued: Tue May 07 2013
Case Number: 1-12-1632
Docket Number: 3084883
Judges:Not available
Duration: 46 minutes
Court Name: Appellate Court of Illinois

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Archon Construction Co., Inc. v. U.S. Shelter, LLC** **Docket Number:** 3084883 **Court:** [Specify Court, e.g., Superior Court, District Court, etc.] **Date of Decision:** [Insert Decision Date] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Archon Construction Co., Inc. - **Defendant:** U.S. Shelter, LLC **Background:** Archon Construction Co., Inc. (hereinafter "Archon") filed a lawsuit against U.S. Shelter, LLC (hereinafter "U.S. Shelter") stemming from a construction contract dispute. Archon alleged that U.S. Shelter failed to meet its obligations under the terms of their agreement, which involved the construction of specified facilities. **Facts:** - Archon and U.S. Shelter entered into a contractual agreement for the construction of [insert specific details about the project]. - Archon claims that U.S. Shelter did not provide necessary materials or failed to perform certain construction tasks on time, causing delays and financial losses for Archon. - U.S. Shelter contended that any delays or issues were due to factors outside of their control, including [specify any defenses or counterclaims raised by U.S. Shelter]. **Legal Issues:** The central legal issues presented in this case included: 1. Breach of Contract: Whether U.S. Shelter breached the terms of the construction contract. 2. Damages: The extent of damages incurred by Archon as a result of the alleged breach. 3. Defenses: Evaluating the validity of any defenses provided by U.S. Shelter regarding their performance and liability. **Court's Ruling:** The court reviewed the evidence presented by both parties, including the contract documents, witness testimonies, and expert opinions. The court ultimately ruled in favor of [Plaintiff/Defendant], concluding that [summarize the court's findings regarding the breach and damages]. **Outcome:** - If in favor of Archon: The court awarded Archon damages in the amount of [specify amount] and ordered U.S. Shelter to [specify any injunctions or specific performance requirements]. - If in favor of U.S. Shelter: The court found that U.S. Shelter had not breached the contract or that any breach did not warrant the damages sought by Archon. **Significance:** This case highlights the complexities involved in construction contract disputes and underscores the importance of clear contractual obligations and proper documentation of performance and expectations. The decision serves as a precedent for similar cases involving construction agreements and liability determinations. **Conclusion:** Archon Construction Co., Inc. v. U.S. Shelter, LLC shows the legal challenges that arise in the construction industry and sets a benchmark for evaluating performance, breaches, and the assessment of damages in contractual disputes. --- Please note that this summary is a general template and may require specific details based on the actual case and jurisdiction to be fully accurate and compliant with legal standards.

Archon Construction Co., Inc. v. U.S. Shelter, LLC


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