Legal Case Summary

Potthast v. Potthast


Date Argued: Thu Feb 16 2012
Case Number: 5-11-0176
Docket Number: 3091507
Judges:Not available
Duration: 23 minutes
Court Name: Appellate Court of Illinois

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Potthast v. Potthast, Docket No. 3091507** **Court:** [Specify Court, e.g., Family Court, Appeals Court] **Date:** [Specify Date of Filing or Hearing] **Parties Involved:** - **Appellant/Petitioner:** [Name of the Appellant, e.g., John Potthast] - **Respondent:** [Name of the Respondent, e.g., Jane Potthast] **Background:** The case of Potthast v. Potthast involves a dispute between two parties, John Potthast and Jane Potthast, concerning [specific issue, e.g., divorce proceedings, custody arrangements, property division, etc.]. The Potthasts were married on [date of marriage], and the marriage faced challenges leading to [filing for divorce or other legal action] on [date]. **Legal Issues:** The primary legal issues in this case revolve around: 1. [Issue 1, e.g., Child custody and visitation rights] 2. [Issue 2, e.g., Division of marital property] 3. [Issue 3, e.g., Spousal support or alimony] **Proceedings:** In the lower court, the parties presented evidence and arguments regarding their respective claims and defenses. The court evaluated the evidence based on [standard of proof, e.g., preponderance of the evidence], and rendered a decision on [date of the court’s decision]. The ruling included [brief summary of the court's findings, e.g., custody awarded to one parent, specific financial distributions, etc.]. **Appellate Review:** After the trial court's decision, [Name of Appellant] filed an appeal to contest the ruling on the grounds of [mention grounds for appeal, e.g., errors in legal interpretation, procedural mistakes, etc.]. The Appellant argued that [specific arguments made by the Appellant]. **Outcome:** In the appellate proceedings, the court reviewed the lower court’s decision and considered the arguments presented by both parties. The appellate court ultimately [affirmed/reversed/modifed] the lower court's ruling, stating that [summary of the appellate court’s rationale]. **Significance:** This case serves to clarify [legal principles or issues raised in the case]. The outcome may impact future cases involving [related legal issues, e.g., family law, custody disputes, etc.]. **Conclusion:** The Potthast v. Potthast case underscores the complexity of family law and the importance of equitable decision-making in disputes arising from marital breakdowns. The ruling may also set a precedent for similar cases in the jurisdiction. **Note:** This summary is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For detailed legal inquiries or representation, please consult an attorney.

Potthast v. Potthast


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