Legal Case Summary

Mary DiFederico v. Marriott International, Inc.


Date Argued: Thu Oct 27 2016
Case Number: 15-2179
Docket Number: 4483521
Judges:Roger L. Gregory, Allyson K. Duncan, Stephanie D. Thacker
Duration: 40 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Mary DiFederico v. Marriott International, Inc.** **Docket Number:** 4483521 **Court:** [Specify Court if known, e.g., U.S. District Court, etc.] **Filing Date:** [Specify Date if known] **Case Background:** Mary DiFederico filed a lawsuit against Marriott International, Inc., alleging [specific claims, e.g., negligence, breach of contract, discrimination, etc.]. The case arose from an incident that occurred on [specific date or timeframe], during which [briefly describe the incident, e.g., a slip and fall, failure to provide proper accommodations, etc.]. **Facts:** - Mary DiFederico was a guest at a Marriott property located at [specific location]. - On [specific date], Ms. DiFederico encountered [describe the incident that led to the lawsuit, e.g., hazardous conditions, lack of safety measures, etc.]. - As a result of this incident, Ms. DiFederico claims to have suffered [describe injuries or damages, e.g., physical injuries, emotional distress, medical expenses, etc.]. **Legal Claims:** In her complaint, DiFederico asserted claims of: 1. **Negligence:** Alleging that Marriott failed to provide a safe environment for guests. 2. **[Any additional claims]:** [List and briefly describe additional claims if applicable, e.g., breach of duty, failure to warn, etc.] **Defendant’s Response:** Marriott International, Inc. denied the allegations and asserted defenses including [briefly summarize the defendant’s key defenses, e.g., contributory negligence, assumption of risk, etc.]. The company contended that they took reasonable measures to ensure guest safety and that any incident was unforeseeable. **Procedural History:** The case was filed in [Court Name] on [Filing Date]. Pre-trial motions were filed, including [list any significant motions, e.g., motion to dismiss, motion for summary judgment]. The court held hearings on these motions and management conferences to prepare for trial. **Outcome:** [As of the latest available information, summarize the outcome if known, or state that the case is ongoing. For example, "The case is currently set for trial on [trial date], and discovery is ongoing."] **Implications:** This case highlights the responsibilities of hospitality businesses to maintain safe environments for their guests. It illustrates the legal complexities involving premises liability and the need for proper safety protocols. **Conclusion:** Mary DiFederico v. Marriott International, Inc. raises important questions about guest safety in the hospitality industry and the legal obligations owed to patrons. The case will serve as a significant point of reference for ongoing discussions around liability and jurisdiction within similar cases. [Note: Ensure to replace placeholder text with specifics from the actual case as needed, and verify all information before use.]

Mary DiFederico v. Marriott International, Inc.


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