Legal Case Summary

Bard Water District v. James Davey and Assoc.


Date Argued: Tue Nov 08 2016
Case Number: 14-56943
Docket Number: 4486674
Judges:Wardlaw, Bybee, Bell
Duration: 26 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Bard Water District v. James Davey and Associates** **Docket Number:** 4486674 **Court:** [Specify Court, e.g., Superior Court, County of XYZ] **Date:** [Specify Date of Decision] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Bard Water District - **Defendants:** James Davey and Associates **Background:** Bard Water District, a public agency responsible for providing water services, initiated legal action against James Davey and Associates. The dispute arose over [insert brief reason for the lawsuit, e.g., alleged breach of contract, negligence, performance of services related to water supply, etc.]. The Bard Water District contended that the defendants failed to fulfill their contractual obligations, leading to [insert specific harm or damages, e.g., operational delays, increased costs, disruptions in service]. **Key Issues:** 1. **Breach of Contract:** Whether James Davey and Associates failed to meet the terms outlined in the contract with Bard Water District. 2. **Damages:** Determination of the extent of damages incurred by Bard Water District as a result of the alleged breaches. 3. **Defenses Raised:** Examination of any defenses asserted by James Davey and Associates, such as claims of justification, lack of negligence, or other counterarguments. **Court's Findings:** The court examined the contract between the parties, evaluating the obligations of James Davey and Associates in relation to the claims made by Bard Water District. The evidence presented included [mention types of evidence, e.g., contract excerpts, witness testimonies, expert opinions]. The court found that [summarize key findings or conclusions, such as whether the breach was established, and what specific contract terms were violated]. **Conclusion:** The court ruled in favor of [plaintiff or defendant] based on the evidence and arguments presented. [Summarize the outcome of the case, such as whether damages were awarded, specific actions ordered by the court, or any penalties imposed.] **Significance:** This case highlights the importance of adhering to contractual obligations within public service agreements and underscores the potential consequences of non-compliance. It serves as a precedent for similar disputes involving water districts and service providers. --- *Note: Please add specifics regarding the court's conclusions, the disciplinary actions taken, or further appeals, if available and relevant to the case.*

Bard Water District v. James Davey and Assoc.


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