Legal Case Summary

Riverstone Center West LLC v. Barnes & Noble Booksellers Inc


Date Argued: Fri May 06 2011
Case Number: 10-35668
Docket Number: 7845887
Judges:Schroeder, McKeown, Callahan
Duration: 31 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Riverstone Center West LLC v. Barnes & Noble Booksellers Inc.** **Docket Number:** 7845887 **Court:** [Insert Court Name Here] **Date:** [Insert Date Here] ### Background: Riverstone Center West LLC (Plaintiff) filed a case against Barnes & Noble Booksellers Inc. (Defendant) concerning alleged breaches of contract and other related claims. The case arises from a landlord-tenant relationship, where Riverstone Center West LLC, as the landlord, entered into a lease agreement with Barnes & Noble. ### Facts: Riverstone Center West LLC owns property which it leased to Barnes & Noble. The lease specified certain terms and conditions regarding rent payments, maintenance responsibilities, and the use of the premises. The plaintiff contends that Barnes & Noble failed to comply with several provisions of the lease, which led to financial losses and damage to the property. ### Legal Issues: 1. **Breach of Contract:** The primary issue is whether Barnes & Noble breached the lease agreement by failing to make timely rent payments and not fulfilling other contractual obligations. 2. **Damages:** The extent of damages incurred by Riverstone Center West LLC as a result of the alleged breach is also a central issue. The plaintiff seeks compensation for lost rental income and costs associated with maintaining the property during the breach period. ### Procedural History: The case was filed in [Insert Filing Date Here]. Following initial pleadings, both parties engaged in discovery, presenting evidence and witness testimonies to support their positions. Motions were filed by both sides, including motions to dismiss and motions for summary judgment. ### Outcome: As of the last update, the court has yet to reach a final decision. The case remains ongoing, with potential for settlement or a court ruling in future hearings. ### Conclusion: This case centers around the contractual obligations within a landlord-tenant relationship and the implications of failing to meet those obligations. The outcome could have significant ramifications for both parties regarding financial responsibilities and property management practices. **Note:** For further details, please refer to court documents and filings related to docket number 7845887.

Riverstone Center West LLC v. Barnes & Noble Booksellers Inc


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