Legal Case Summary

Logan & Kanawha Coal Company v. Detherage Coal Sales, Inc.


Date Argued: Fri Feb 01 2013
Case Number: 59894
Docket Number: 2602712
Judges:Paul V. Niemeyer, Allyson K. Duncan, Albert Diaz
Duration: 58 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Logan & Kanawha Coal Company v. Detherage Coal Sales, Inc. (Docket No. 2602712)** **Court:** [Specify Court Name, if available] **Date:** [Specify Decision Date, if available] **Background:** This case involves a dispute between Logan & Kanawha Coal Company and Detherage Coal Sales, Inc. Regarding the sale and delivery of coal, the two companies entered into a contractual agreement. Logan & Kanawha alleged that Detherage failed to fulfill its obligations, leading to financial losses for Logan & Kanawha. **Key Facts:** 1. **Parties Involved:** - Logan & Kanawha Coal Company (Plaintiff) - Detherage Coal Sales, Inc. (Defendant) 2. **Nature of the Dispute:** - Logan & Kanawha entered a contract with Detherage for the supply of a specific quantity of coal. - The plaintiff claimed that Detherage did not deliver the agreed-upon amount, resulting in significant losses. 3. **Claims:** - Breach of Contract: Logan & Kanawha asserted that Detherage breached the terms of the contract by failing to deliver the coal on time and in the agreed quantity. - Damages: Logan & Kanawha sought compensation for lost profits and additional costs incurred due to Detherage’s alleged breach. **Legal Issues:** - Whether Detherage Coal Sales, Inc. breached the contractual agreement with Logan & Kanawha. - Determination of the damages owed to Logan & Kanawha due to the alleged breach. **Court's Analysis:** The court examined the terms of the contract, the evidence of delivery and supply, and the specific circumstances surrounding the alleged breach. Key factors considered included: - The timing and conditions of the delivery. - Compliance with industry standards for coal sales. - Any communications between the parties regarding the delivery issues. **Conclusion:** The court ruled in favor of [specify the party favored by the ruling, e.g., Logan & Kanawha or Detherage], determining that [briefly summarize the court's findings or decision]. The court ordered [specific remedy or outcome, if available, such as monetary damages, specific performance, etc.]. This case reinforces the importance of contractual obligations in commercial transactions and the consequences of failing to meet such agreements. **Significance:** This decision serves as a pertinent reference for future cases involving breach of contract disputes in the coal industry and underscores the vital nature of adhering to contractual terms between commercial entities. --- Note: The specifics regarding the court name, decision date, and final ruling were left blank due to the lack of detailed information. If you provide additional context, I can further tailor the summary to your needs.

Logan & Kanawha Coal Company v. Detherage Coal Sales, Inc.


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