Case Summary
**Case Summary: Capitol West Appraisals LLC v. Countrywide Financial Corp.**
**Docket Number:** 7845108
**Court:** [Specify Court, e.g., District Court of [State]]
**Date:** [Specify Date]
**Background:**
Capitol West Appraisals LLC, the plaintiff, is an appraisal firm that provided appraisal services to Countrywide Financial Corp., the defendant. This case involves a dispute over financial obligations related to appraisal services rendered during a specified time period. Capitol West Appraisals claims that Countrywide Financial failed to pay for the services rendered, alleging breach of contract and seeking recovery for unpaid fees.
**Facts:**
1. Capitol West Appraisals was contracted by Countrywide Financial to provide appraisal services for various properties in connection with mortgage financing.
2. The plaintiff fulfilled its contractual obligations and provided the requested services, delivering timely appraisal reports as per the agreed terms.
3. Capitol West Appraisals claims that Countrywide Financial issued payments for only a portion of the services rendered and has outstanding payments for the remaining services.
4. The defendant, Countrywide Financial, contests the claims, arguing either that the services were not satisfactorily completed or disputing the amounts charged by Capitol West Appraisals.
**Issues:**
1. Whether Capitol West Appraisals is entitled to the unpaid fees for the appraisal services provided to Countrywide Financial.
2. Whether Countrywide Financial’s defenses regarding the quality of services and disputed fees hold merit.
**Arguments:**
- **Plaintiff’s Argument:** Capitol West Appraisals asserts that it fulfilled all contractual obligations and provided quality appraisal services. The plaintiff contends that Countrywide Financial’s failure to pay constitutes a clear breach of contract, warranting recovery of the owed amounts.
- **Defendant’s Argument:** Countrywide Financial argues that the appraisals provided failed to meet industry standards, justifying the non-payment. The defendant may also contend that discrepancies in the billing amounts and service agreements affect the validity of Capitol West’s claims.
**Outcome:**
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**Significance:**
This case underscores the importance of clear contractual agreements between appraisal firms and financial institutions. It highlights possible disputes over service quality and payment expectations in the financial and real estate sectors. The outcome could set a precedent for how similar cases are adjudicated regarding appraisal fees and contractual obligations.
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**Disclaimer:** This summary is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For detailed case information or legal counsel, please consult a legal professional.