Legal Case Summary

Heidi Hamilton v. Sears Roebuck and Company


Date Argued: Wed Nov 04 2009
Case Number: 08-17353
Docket Number: 7848757
Judges:Korman, Hawkins, Thomas
Duration: 32 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

Case Summary: Heidi Hamilton v. Sears Roebuck and Company Docket Number: 7848757 **Court**: [Insert court name, if known] **Date Filed**: [Insert date, if known] **Judge**: [Insert judge's name, if known] **Parties**: - Plaintiff: Heidi Hamilton - Defendant: Sears Roebuck and Company **Background**: Heidi Hamilton filed a lawsuit against Sears Roebuck and Company alleging [insert specific claims, e.g., negligence, breach of warranty, discrimination, etc.]. The case revolves around incidents occurring on [insert date of incident], where Hamilton contends that [provide concise details about the incident, such as the nature of the event that prompted the lawsuit, any injuries or damages incurred, and relevant context]. **Claims**: Hamilton's claims against Sears include [list the legal claims such as personal injury, property damage, etc.]. She asserts that [briefly outline the basis for each claim, focusing on key facts that support her allegations against the company]. **Defendant's Response**: Sears Roebuck and Company has responded to the allegations by [summarize the defendant's arguments or defenses, such as denying liability, arguing lack of evidence, stating that Hamilton was at fault, etc.]. They contend that [provide specifics on how the defense argues against the plaintiff's claims or any counterarguments presented]. **Procedural History**: The case has progressed through [describe any relevant procedural steps taken, such as motions filed, discovery disputes, etc.]. [Include the status of the case, such as pending motions, scheduled hearings, or trial dates, if available.] **Issues**: The central legal issues in this case are: 1. Whether Sears Roebuck and Company was negligent in its [actions/inactions] that led to the incident involving Hamilton. 2. The extent of damages suffered by Hamilton as a direct result of the defendant's conduct. **Current Status**: As of [insert the current date], the case is in [state whether it's in trial, awaiting a ruling, or has been resolved], with [any important upcoming dates or deadlines relevant to the case]. **Conclusion**: This case raises important questions regarding [mention broader implications of the case, such as consumer safety, corporate responsibility, etc.]. The outcome will likely hinge on [highlight key factors that will influence the judgment, such as evidence, witness testimonies, etc.]. (Note: The above summary is generalized due to the lack of specific details about the case. For a more tailored summary, please provide additional specifics surrounding the case.)

Heidi Hamilton v. Sears Roebuck and Company


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