Legal Case Summary

Douglas Jordan-Benel v. Universal City Studios, Inc.


Date Argued: Mon Dec 05 2016
Case Number: 15-56045
Docket Number: 4548552
Judges:Pregerson, D.W. Nelson, Owens
Duration: 29 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Douglas Jordan-Benel v. Universal City Studios, Inc.** **Docket Number**: 4548552 **Court**: [Insert Court Name Here] **Date**: [Insert Date Here] **Plaintiff**: Douglas Jordan-Benel **Defendant**: Universal City Studios, Inc. **Overview**: This case involves a dispute between Douglas Jordan-Benel and Universal City Studios, Inc. The plaintiff, Jordan-Benel, alleges that Universal City Studios breached a contractual agreement pertaining to [insert specific details of the contract or agreement, e.g., licensing rights, royalties, production services, etc.]. The case centers around issues of contractual obligations, intellectual property rights, and potentially claims for damages. **Facts**: 1. **Background**: Jordan-Benel claims to have entered into a contract with Universal City Studios that [describe the nature of the contract, e.g., grants rights to specific creative content, involves production collaboration, etc.]. 2. **Breach Allegation**: The plaintiff contends that the defendant failed to uphold their end of the agreement by [specific actions or omissions that led to the claim of breach]. 3. **Damages**: Jordan-Benel asserts that as a result of the alleged breach, he suffered [describe the type of damages sought, e.g., economic loss, reputational harm, etc.]. **Legal Issues**: - Determination of the existence and enforceability of the alleged contract. - Analysis of the specific obligations of both parties under the contract. - Evaluation of whether a breach occurred and the ramifications of that breach. - Consideration of any defenses raised by Universal City Studios, such as claims of compliance with contractual terms or counterclaims. **Conclusion**: The outcome of this case will hinge on the court’s interpretation of the contractual obligations outlined in the agreement between the parties and whether Universal City Studios indeed breached those terms. The case may also explore broader themes related to contractual law and the enforcement of agreements within the entertainment industry. **Next Steps**: Further proceedings will require legal arguments from both parties, including potential motions for summary judgment, discovery processes, and possibly going to trial if the matter is not settled out of court. **Notes**: - [Additional notes on any previous decisions, relevant precedents, or legal principles that may apply to this case.] This summary aims to encapsulate the fundamental aspects of the case without delving into extensive legal jargon, providing a clear understanding of the issues at hand.

Douglas Jordan-Benel v. Universal City Studios, Inc.


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