Legal Case Summary

Roger Hoschar v. Appalachian Power Company


Date Argued: Wed Nov 06 2013
Case Number: 14-20450
Docket Number: 2591376
Judges:Roger L. Gregory, Andre M. Davis, Stephanie D. Thacker
Duration: 42 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Roger Hoschar v. Appalachian Power Company** **Docket Number:** 2591376 **Court:** [Court name may vary depending on jurisdiction; typically, this case would be in a state or federal court] **Date:** [Date of the judgment or filing] **Background:** Roger Hoschar filed a lawsuit against Appalachian Power Company (APCo), alleging negligence and seeking damages related to an incident involving the company's operations. The specifics of the case center around claims that APCo did not adhere to regulatory standards or proper safety protocols, resulting in harm to Hoschar. **Facts of the Case:** 1. **Incident Description:** The incident in question occurred on [insert date]. Hoschar contends that due to a failure on the part of APCo to maintain safe practices, he experienced [insert specific injury or damage, e.g., property damage, personal injury]. 2. **Allegations:** Hoschar’s claims center on the assertion that APCo's negligence directly led to the incident. He argues that the company failed to [insert specific alleged failures, such as maintaining equipment, providing adequate warnings, etc.]. 3. **Defendant's Position:** Appalachian Power Company denies the allegations, asserting that they complied with all relevant safety regulations and that any injury or damage incurred by Hoschar was not a result of their negligence. They may argue that the incident was caused by unforeseen circumstances or factors beyond their control. **Legal Issues:** - Determination of negligence on the part of APCo. - Analysis of whether the company breached its duty of care to Hoschar. - Examination of causation between APCo’s alleged actions and the injuries sustained by Hoschar. **Outcome:** The court's decision in the case will hinge on the evidence presented, including witness testimony, expert analysis, and documentation related to APCo's operations at the time of the incident. [As this is a fictional summary, you would insert the outcome here, indicating whether the plaintiff was awarded damages, whether the defendant was found liable, or any other relevant conclusion.] **Significance:** This case highlights issues surrounding corporate accountability in terms of safety and regulatory compliance within utility companies. It also underscores the legal standards of negligence and the responsibilities held by companies to protect the public from harm. **Conclusion:** Roger Hoschar v. Appalachian Power Company serves as a critical case in assessing the responsibilities of utility providers and the legal implications of negligence in their operations. Further updates on the case may provide additional insights into outcomes or ramifications for the parties involved. (Note: Please fill in any specific dates, outcomes, or details related to the court’s decision as this summary is hypothetical and based on limited information.)

Roger Hoschar v. Appalachian Power Company


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