Legal Case Summary

James v. C-Tran


Date Argued: Tue May 03 2005
Case Number: 03-35934
Docket Number: 7858187
Judges:Wallace, Silverman, Paez
Duration: 31 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: James v. C-Tran, Docket Number 7858187** **Court:** [Specify the Court, e.g., Superior Court, State of Washington] **Date:** [Specify the Date of the Judgment or Hearing] **Judge:** [Name of the Judge, if available] **Parties:** - **Plaintiff:** James [Last Name] - **Defendant:** C-Tran (Clark County Public Transportation Benefit Area) **Background:** The case revolves around James, who filed a lawsuit against C-Tran, the public transportation authority serving Clark County, Washington. The specifics of the incident that led to the lawsuit include [insert details regarding the nature of the incident, such as an accident involving a C-Tran vehicle, a slip and fall at a C-Tran facility, or issues regarding service or accessibility]. **Claims:** James brought forward several claims against C-Tran, which may include negligence, personal injury, or failure to provide adequate service as per regulations. The plaintiff alleges that due to the aforementioned incident, he suffered [describe any injuries or damages sustained], leading to physical, emotional, and financial impacts. **Defendant's Position:** C-Tran has [describe C-Tran’s defense strategy, which may involve denying negligence, arguing conformity to safety regulations, or suggesting that the plaintiff’s injuries were not caused by their actions]. The defendant contends that they have protocols in place to ensure safety and compliance with applicable laws. **Procedural History:** The case has traveled through [describe any relevant procedural steps, such as filings, motions, or hearings leading up to the current stage]. Both parties have engaged in [mention any discovery processes, mediation attempts, or pre-trial motions]. **Key Issues:** 1. Whether C-Tran was negligent in its duty to maintain safe operations. 2. The extent of damages suffered by James and the causation linking the incident to the actions (or inactions) of C-Tran. 3. Any potential defenses related to sovereign immunity, operator error, or force majeure events. **Outcome:** The resolution of the case has resulted in [describe whether the case was resolved by a settlement, a jury verdict, or a judge’s ruling and provide the details of the outcome—if available]. **Significance:** This case highlights important issues regarding public transportation liability, safety standards, and the responsibilities of transportation agencies towards their passengers and the public. **Conclusion:** James v. C-Tran serves as a meaningful example of the legal dynamics surrounding public transportation incidents and the implications for both plaintiffs and defendants in similar future cases. [Note: For accurate details about the case, including specific outcomes, legal arguments, and evidence presented, please refer to official court documents or legal databases.]

James v. C-Tran


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