Legal Case Summary

Martha Rivera v. NIBCO, INC.


Date Argued: Tue Feb 23 2010
Case Number: 09-15136
Docket Number: 7848087
Judges:Siler, Reinhardt, Hawkins
Duration: 35 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Martha Rivera v. NIBCO, Inc.** **Docket Number:** 7848087 **Court:** [Specify Court if known; otherwise, state 'Court of Record' or 'Relevant Jurisdiction'] **Date:** [Specify date of filing or decision if available] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Martha Rivera - **Defendant:** NIBCO, Inc. **Background:** Martha Rivera filed a lawsuit against NIBCO, Inc., alleging [provide brief details about the nature of the claim, e.g., workplace discrimination, personal injury, product liability, etc.]. The allegations stemmed from incidents that occurred on or about [specify date or event that triggered lawsuit]. **Facts:** - [Summarize the key facts of the case. This could include the nature of Martha Rivera’s employment with NIBCO, the events that led to the lawsuit, and any actions taken by both parties prior to the litigation.] - [Include any relevant details regarding safety protocols, employee conduct, or product details if applicable.] **Legal Issues:** The primary legal issues presented in this case include: 1. [Issue 1: e.g., whether NIBCO, Inc. violated employment laws regarding discrimination or retaliation.] 2. [Issue 2: e.g., whether the company was liable for a defective product that caused injury to Rivera.] **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff’s Argument:** Martha Rivera contends that [summarize the plaintiff's main arguments, including any claims of negligence, lack of proper safety measures, or violation of statutory rights]. - **Defendant’s Argument:** NIBCO, Inc. argues that [summarize the defendant's responses, including any defenses raised, such as adherence to regulations, lack of liability, or counterclaims]. **Court’s Findings:** [Summarize the court's findings or rulings if available, including whether the case was dismissed, if there was a ruling in favor of either party, or if it was settled out of court.] **Conclusion:** The case of Martha Rivera v. NIBCO, Inc. highlights [provide a brief wrap-up of the significance of the case, implications for workplace practices, product safety standards, or legal precedents established]. Further developments in this case will be closely monitored for their impact on [industry/area of law]. **Notes:** - [Add any additional notes about pending appeals, settlements, or ongoing litigation related to this case.] - [Any reference to specific laws or regulations relevant to the case.] **Disclaimer:** This summary is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For legal inquiries, please consult a qualified attorney.

Martha Rivera v. NIBCO, INC.


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