Legal Case Summary

BlueEarth Biofuels, LLC v. Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc


Date Argued: Tue Jun 11 2013
Case Number: 11-16846
Docket Number: 7837611
Judges:Farris, Nelson, Nguyen
Duration: 35 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: BlueEarth Biofuels, LLC v. Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc.** **Docket Number:** 7837611 **Court:** [Specify the Court, if known] **Date:** [Specify the date of the case, if known] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** BlueEarth Biofuels, LLC - **Defendant:** Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc. **Background:** BlueEarth Biofuels, LLC is a company engaged in the production and distribution of biofuels. The plaintiff entered into a contractual agreement with Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc. (HECO), a utility provider in Hawaii. The nature of this agreement pertained to the supply and use of biofuels by HECO for energy generation. **Legal Issue:** The primary legal issues in this case involve allegations of breach of contract by HECO. BlueEarth Biofuels claims that HECO failed to comply with the terms outlined in the agreement, resulting in financial losses and disruption of operations for the biofuels company. **Claims:** 1. **Breach of Contract:** BlueEarth asserts that HECO did not adhere to the agreed-upon terms regarding quantities, pricing, or delivery schedules for biofuels. 2. **Damages:** The plaintiff seeks compensation for loss of revenue, costs incurred due to the breach, and any other related damages resulting from HECO’s actions. **Procedural History:** - The case was initiated by BlueEarth Biofuels, LLC, with the filing of the complaint in [Court Name] on [Filing Date]. - Various motions and responses were filed, including motions for summary judgment and discovery disputes regarding the evidence pertinent to the contractual obligations. **Rulings:** - The court’s decisions on motions presented by both parties including any rulings on the admissibility of evidence or specific contractual interpretations are crucial to this case. - Details of any settlement discussions or outcomes, if applicable, should also be reported. **Current Status:** As of the latest available information, the case is [indicate whether it is ongoing, settled, or resolved]. Any updates on hearings, rulings, or negotiations would be pertinent to track the ongoing narrative of the case. **Conclusion:** This case highlights the complexities of contractual relationships in the renewable energy sector and the legal repercussions of breaches in such agreements. The outcome may significantly impact the business operations of BlueEarth Biofuels, LLC and set a precedent for future contractual disputes in the biofuels industry. *Note: For specific dates, additional details, or legal outcomes, you would need to refer to court documents or legal databases.*

BlueEarth Biofuels, LLC v. Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc


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