Legal Case Summary

Benjamin Puentes v. County of Santa Clara


Date Argued: Mon Apr 13 2015
Case Number: W2014-01453-CCA-R3-CO
Docket Number: 2649006
Judges:Ponsor, Kozinski, Graber
Duration: 27 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Benjamin Puentes v. County of Santa Clara** **Docket Number:** 2649006 **Court:** [Specify Court, e.g., Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara] **Date:** [Specify Date of Decision] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Benjamin Puentes - **Defendant:** County of Santa Clara **Overview:** The case of Benjamin Puentes v. County of Santa Clara involves a dispute between the plaintiff, Benjamin Puentes, and the defendant, County of Santa Clara. The background of the case likely includes allegations that involve civil rights, employment issues, or administrative actions taken by the county that Mr. Puentes contested. **Facts:** - **Background Information:** [Summarize relevant background facts, e.g., employment history, incidents leading to the dispute, actions taken by the county, etc.] - Mr. Puentes claimed that his rights were violated as a result of specific actions taken by the County of Santa Clara. - The case may involve allegations of discrimination, wrongful termination, or failure to provide due process. **Legal Issues:** - The primary legal issues in this case may include: - Determination of whether the County's actions amounted to a violation of state or federal law. - Examination of proper procedures followed by the County in relation to employment or administrative decisions. - Analysis of any potential damages suffered by Mr. Puentes as a result of the County's actions. **Procedural History:** - The case was filed on [Specify Date]. - [Summarize any significant motions, hearings, or rulings made prior to the decision in question.] **Court's Findings:** - The court [provide a brief overview of the findings, whether in favor of the plaintiff or the defendant, recommendations, or orders issued by the court]. - If there was a ruling on damages, specify the amount awarded, if applicable. **Conclusion:** The case of Benjamin Puentes v. County of Santa Clara underscores issues of [highlight relevant legal or social issues at stake]. The court's ruling [explain broader implications of the decision and its impact on similar cases or county policies, if relevant]. **Note:** This summary is based on general case information and may not reflect the complete details of the case. Additional context and specifics would provide a more comprehensive understanding of the legal matter at hand.

Benjamin Puentes v. County of Santa Clara


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