Legal Case Summary

Patches v. City of Phoenix


Date Argued: Mon Mar 31 2003
Case Number: 02-15408
Docket Number: 7861669
Judges:B.fletcher, Kozinski, Trott
Duration: 28 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Patches v. City of Phoenix, Docket No. 7861669** **Court:** [Insert court name, if available] **Filed:** [Insert date of filing, if available] **Judges:** [Insert names of judges, if available] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Patches - **Defendant:** City of Phoenix **Background:** Patches, the plaintiff, filed a lawsuit against the City of Phoenix alleging [insert general allegations or claims such as civil rights violations, negligence, or specific statutory violations, etc.]. The basis of the claim centers around [insert brief details regarding the incident or issue leading to the lawsuit, e.g., a governmental action, policy, or event affecting the plaintiff]. **Facts:** 1. [Insert relevant facts concerning the interactions between the plaintiff and the City of Phoenix, providing a chronological order or a narrative of events.] 2. [Detail any specific policies, actions taken by city officials, or incidents that led to the legal action.] 3. [Include any evidence presented by the plaintiff in support of their claims and any responses or defenses offered by the city.] **Legal Claims:** Patches brought forth several legal claims, including but not limited to: - [Insert specific legal claims, e.g., violation of civil rights under Section 1983, negligence, etc.] - [Any other claims relevant to the case.] **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff’s Argument:** Patches argues that [summarize the main points of the plaintiff's argument, focusing on the perceived wrongs and the legal basis for their claims]. - **Defendant’s Argument:** The City of Phoenix contends that [explain the defense’s main arguments, including any claims of immunity, lack of jurisdiction, or challenges to the plaintiff's claims]. **Outcome:** [If there is a decision from the court, summarize the outcome here. For example, whether the case was dismissed, ruled in favor of the plaintiff or defendant, or settled out of court. Include any legal precedent set, if applicable.] **Significance:** This case highlights [discuss the broader implications of the case, such as its impact on municipal liability, the interpretation of relevant laws, or civil rights issues]. **Conclusion:** The case of Patches v. City of Phoenix serves as an important exploration of [recap the key themes or findings of the case], reflecting ongoing tensions between individuals and governmental entities. --- *Note: To fully customize this summary, specific details about the case, including the court’s decision and legal implications, should be inserted where indicated. Confirm the case details from reliable legal sources for accuracy.*

Patches v. City of Phoenix


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