Legal Case Summary

James Emmett v. City of Tacoma


Date Argued: Mon May 15 2017
Case Number: 15-35222
Docket Number: 7835605
Judges:Hawkins, Gould, Paez
Duration: 24 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: James Emmett v. City of Tacoma** **Docket Number:** 7835605 **Court:** [Specify court if known, otherwise state "Not specified"] **Date:** [Specify date of judgment if available, otherwise state "Not specified"] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** James Emmett - **Defendant:** City of Tacoma **Background:** James Emmett filed a case against the City of Tacoma, alleging [briefly state the nature of the dispute, e.g., negligence, civil rights violation, breach of contract, etc. – insert specific claims relevant to the case]. The case arises from [provide context or factual background, such as specific incidents, events, or policies leading to the dispute]. **Legal Issues:** The primary legal issues in this case include: 1. [List key legal issues – e.g., whether the City of Tacoma was liable for the actions of its employees, questions of jurisdiction, application of specific laws or statutes, etc.] 2. [Second issue if applicable] 3. [Additional issues as relevant] **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff's Argument:** James Emmett contended that [summarize the plaintiff’s key arguments, including claims of damages, negligence, etc.]. - **Defendant's Argument:** The City of Tacoma responded by [summarize the city’s defenses, counterarguments, or any motions filed]. **Court's Decision:** The court ruled in favor of [either "James Emmett" or "City of Tacoma"], [briefly describe the court's ruling and reasoning – include any key findings of fact or conclusions of law]. [Mention any orders issued by the court, such as monetary awards, injunctions, or dismissal of the case.] **Impact:** The decision in this case is significant because [discuss the broader implications of the ruling, such as effects on municipal liability, civil rights, or any relevant legal precedents]. **Conclusion:** James Emmett v. City of Tacoma serves as an important case in understanding [mention any overarching themes, such as municipal responsibility or civil rights]. The outcome reflects [summarize the main points of the ruling and its potential implications]. --- **Note:** For a more detailed case summary, it would be helpful to include specific findings, any dissenting opinions, and the exact date of the ruling. Access to court documents may provide additional insights into the case's nuances.

James Emmett v. City of Tacoma


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