Legal Case Summary

John K. Fort v. SunTrust Bank


Date Argued: Wed Mar 21 2018
Case Number: 16-2001
Docket Number: 6342513
Judges:Allyson K. Duncan, G. Steven Agee, Leonie M. Brinkema
Duration: 43 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: John K. Fort v. SunTrust Bank** **Docket Number:** 6342513 **Court:** [Insert relevant court name here] **Date:** [Insert relevant date here] **Case Overview:** John K. Fort filed a lawsuit against SunTrust Bank, asserting claims related to [specify the nature of the claims, such as breach of contract, wrongful foreclosure, discrimination, etc.]. The dispute centers around [briefly outline the central issue of the case, for example, a loan agreement, bank fees, or account management]. **Facts:** - John K. Fort, the plaintiff, alleges that SunTrust Bank engaged in [describe the actions taken by the bank that led to the lawsuit, such as improper handling of an account or failure to uphold contractual obligations]. - The plaintiff claims that these actions caused him significant harm, including [mention any financial losses, emotional distress, or other relevant damages]. - SunTrust Bank, the defendant, argues that [summarize the bank's defense, such as compliance with procedures, lack of liability, or other justifications for their actions]. **Legal Issues:** The primary legal issues at stake involve: 1. [Issue 1: E.g., Was there a breach of contract?] 2. [Issue 2: E.g., Did the bank engage in unfair or deceptive practices?] 3. [Issue 3: E.g., Are the damages claimed by the plaintiff substantiated?] **Rulings:** [If applicable, summarize any preliminary rulings, motions filed, or the outcome of hearings that occurred prior to the case conclusion.] **Conclusion:** This case highlights the complexities of banking relationships and raises questions regarding [insert broader implications, like consumer rights, the responsibilities of financial institutions, etc.]. The outcome will likely have an impact on [mention any pertinent implications for similar cases, regulatory changes, or banking practices]. **Next Steps:** [Insert information about upcoming court dates, anticipated motions, or settlement discussions if available.] [Note: Since specifics about the case details, court rulings, or the final judgment were not provided, the summary includes placeholders that need to be filled with accurate information based on the case material.]

John K. Fort v. SunTrust Bank


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