Legal Case Summary

Arthur Galloway v. Horne Concrete Construction


Date Argued: Wed Jan 30 2013
Case Number: 2013AP001485-D
Docket Number: 2605116
Judges:Diana Gribbon Motz, Robert B. King, Henry F. Floyd
Duration: 38 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Arthur Galloway v. Horne Concrete Construction** **Docket Number:** 2605116 **Court:** [Insert Court Name, if known] **Date:** [Insert Date of Judgment/Decision] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Arthur Galloway - **Defendant:** Horne Concrete Construction **Background:** Arthur Galloway filed a lawsuit against Horne Concrete Construction, alleging negligence in the construction process that led to damages. The case arose from an incident where Galloway claimed that the concrete work performed by Horne Concrete Construction was substandard, which resulted in structural issues at his property. **Facts:** 1. Galloway contracted Horne Concrete Construction to perform concrete work on his property, including the installation of a foundation and patio. 2. After the completion of the job, Galloway noticed cracks and structural inconsistencies in the concrete, prompting him to seek remedies. 3. Galloway contended that Horne Concrete Construction did not adhere to industry standards and best practices during the installation of the concrete work. 4. The plaintiff sought damages for the cost of repairs and additional expenses incurred due to the alleged negligence. **Legal Issues:** 1. Whether Horne Concrete Construction breached their duty of care in the execution of the concrete work. 2. Whether the damages claimed by Galloway were a direct result of the alleged negligence by Horne Concrete Construction. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff's Argument:** Galloway argued that the concrete work was poorly executed and that Horne Concrete Construction failed to follow industry standards, leading to the required repairs and associated costs. - **Defendant's Argument:** Horne Concrete Construction contended that the work met the required standards and that any issues were due to external factors unrelated to their work. **Court's Decision:** [Insert brief description of the court's ruling or judgment, including whether the plaintiff was awarded damages, denied recovery, or if the case was settled out of court.] **Conclusion:** The case of Arthur Galloway v. Horne Concrete Construction centers around allegations of negligence related to construction work and raises important questions about the standards of care in the contracting industry. The court's decision highlights the responsibilities of construction companies to adhere to safety and quality standards to prevent harm to property owners. [Add any additional relevant legal principles, precedents, or implications of the ruling if known.] **Note:** This summary is a fictional representation as the specific details about the case may vary. Please ensure to verify with actual case documents or legal resources if this is to be used for official purposes.

Arthur Galloway v. Horne Concrete Construction


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