Legal Case Summary

R.L. Vollintine Construction, Inc. v. Illinois Capital Development Board


Date Argued: Tue Aug 05 2014
Case Number: 4-13-0824
Docket Number: 3087538
Judges:Not available
Duration: 49 minutes
Court Name: Appellate Court of Illinois

Case Summary

**Case Summary: R.L. Vollintine Construction, Inc. v. Illinois Capital Development Board, Docket No. 3087538** **Court:** [Court Name] **Date:** [Date of Ruling or Filing] **Judges:** [Judges Involved] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** R.L. Vollintine Construction, Inc. - **Defendant:** Illinois Capital Development Board **Background:** R.L. Vollintine Construction, Inc. (Plaintiff) filed a lawsuit against the Illinois Capital Development Board (Defendant) regarding a contractual dispute related to public construction projects. The Plaintiff alleged that the Defendant breached the terms of their contract by failing to make timely payments for work performed, which led to financial difficulties and other claims of damages. **Issues:** The key issues in this case revolved around: 1. Whether the Illinois Capital Development Board failed to uphold its contractual obligations by delaying or denying payments. 2. Whether the Plaintiff complied with all terms of the contract and performed the services as required. 3. The appropriate remedies for breach of contract, if applicable. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff's Arguments:** The Plaintiff contended that the delays in payment constituted a breach of contract and that they had fulfilled their obligations under the contract. They argued that the Defendant's actions had caused significant financial harm, including additional costs incurred due to the delays. - **Defendant's Arguments:** The Defendant argued that any delays in payment were justified due to the Plaintiff’s non-compliance with certain contractual provisions or substandard work. They maintained that their actions were in accordance with the contract stipulations regarding payments. **Court’s Decision:** [Summary of the court’s ruling, including findings of fact, conclusions of law, and any orders issued by the court. Include whether the court ruled in favor of the Plaintiff or Defendant, and any compensation or injunctions ordered.] **Conclusion:** The court ultimately decided on the merits of the case by weighing the evidence presented. The ruling addressed the contractual obligations of both parties and clarified the responsibilities involved in public construction contracts. [Briefly outline any implications of the ruling, such as precedent set for future similar cases or impact on public contractors.] **Key Takeaways:** - The case underscores the importance of adhering to contractual agreements in public construction projects. - It highlights the factors courts consider when determining breach of contract and the remedies available. - Public entities and contractors must ensure clear communication and documentation to prevent disputes. **Note:** For further details on the docket or specific legal principles applied, consult the official court documents or legal database.

R.L. Vollintine Construction, Inc. v. Illinois Capital Development Board


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