Legal Case Summary

Elaine Martin v. United of Omaha


Date Argued: Fri Dec 05 2003
Case Number: 02-17037
Docket Number: 7860585
Judges:Hawkins, Paez, Berzon
Duration: 26 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Elaine Martin v. United of Omaha** **Docket Number: 7860585** **Court:** [Specify court if known, e.g., United States District Court] **Date:** [Insert date of the ruling or filing] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Elaine Martin - **Defendant:** United of Omaha **Background:** Elaine Martin filed a suit against United of Omaha, which is a life insurance and financial services company, alleging [specific cause(s) of action, e.g., breach of contract, denial of benefits, etc.]. The case revolves around [briefly describe the nature of the dispute, such as issues related to insurance claims, policy interpretations, or other relevant facts]. **Key Facts:** - [Briefly outline key facts of the case; for example: Elaine Martin held a policy issued by United of Omaha. Upon filing a claim for benefits, the insurer denied the claim citing [specific reasons].] - [Include any relevant timelines, such as when the policy was issued, when the claim was filed, and any communications between the parties.] **Legal Issues:** The main legal issues in this case include: 1. Whether United of Omaha's denial of the insurance claim was justified based on the policy terms. 2. Interpretation of specific provisions within the insurance policy. 3. Assessment of any alleged breach of contract or bad faith actions by United of Omaha. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff's Argument:** Elaine Martin contends that United of Omaha wrongfully denied her claim, asserting that she met all the necessary conditions required under the policy. She argues that the denial was not based on valid grounds and seeks [specific relief, such as payment of benefits, damages, etc.]. - **Defendant's Argument:** United of Omaha maintains that the claim was properly denied based on [specific policy language or lack of coverage]. They argue that they acted within their contractual rights and that the denial was substantiated. **Proceedings:** - The case has gone through [describe stages of litigation such as pleadings, motions, or discovery processes, if applicable]. - [Any notable judgments, rulings on motions, or settlement discussions can be included here.] **Conclusion:** The case of Elaine Martin v. United of Omaha centers on the issue of [summarize main issue]. The outcome could set a precedent for future cases involving similar claims against insurance companies regarding policy interpretation and claim denial practices. **Next Steps:** The court has [describe any upcoming dates, such as trial dates, further hearings, or deadlines for motions], and the parties are preparing for [describe what actions are anticipated next]. **Note:** This summary does not constitute legal advice and is provided for informational purposes only. For specific legal guidance, parties should consult a qualified attorney. --- *Please replace placeholders and general statements with specific details from the actual case as needed.*

Elaine Martin v. United of Omaha


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