Legal Case Summary

Performance Chev v. Market Scan Inf


Date Argued: Mon Oct 20 2008
Case Number: 07-35328
Docket Number: 7851515
Judges:Silverman, McKeown, Berzon
Duration: 33 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Performance Chev v. Market Scan Info. - Docket Number 7851515** **Court:** [Specify Court Name] **Date:** [Specify Date] **Judge:** [Specify Judge's Name] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Performance Chevrolet, Inc. (Performance Chev) - **Defendant:** Market Scan Information Systems, Inc. (Market Scan Info) **Background:** Performance Chevrolet, Inc., a car dealership, filed a lawsuit against Market Scan Information Systems, Inc., a company that provides market analysis and information services in the automotive sector. The plaintiff alleged that the defendant breached a contract by not delivering agreed-upon services, which led to financial losses for the dealership. **Key Issues:** 1. **Breach of Contract:** Performance Chev claimed that Market Scan failed to provide the necessary market data according to the terms agreed upon in their contract. 2. **Damages:** The plaintiff sought damages for lost revenue and other financial impacts resulting from the alleged breach of contract. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff's Argument:** Performance Chev argued that the accuracy and timeliness of the market data provided by Market Scan were critical to their business operations. They contended that the failure to deliver such data constituted a significant breach that adversely affected their sales and profitability. - **Defendant's Argument:** Market Scan defended its actions by arguing that it fulfilled its contractual obligations and that any delays or inaccuracies in the data were due to external factors beyond its control. The defendant claimed that the plaintiff’s losses were not directly attributable to their services. **Ruling:** [Note the ruling from the court, e.g., whether the court favored the plaintiff or the defendant, and any specific instructions or decisions made.] **Conclusion:** The court's ruling addressed the issues of contract interpretation and the responsibilities of both parties under the agreement. The outcome provided clarity on the enforceability of service contracts in the context of market data delivery and the legal implications of non-compliance. **Next Steps:** [If applicable, details about appeals, further proceedings, or implications of the ruling.] *Note: This summary is intended for informational purposes and should not be considered legal advice. For complete details, consult the official court documents or legal professionals.*

Performance Chev v. Market Scan Inf


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