Legal Case Summary

Shawna Hartmann v. California Department of Corr.


Date Argued: Fri Nov 09 2012
Case Number: 11-16008
Docket Number: 7838615
Judges:Duffy, Gould, Smith
Duration: 36 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Shawna Hartmann v. California Department of Corrections** **Docket Number:** 7838615 **Court:** [Specify Court, e.g., Superior Court of California, or relevant court] **Date:** [Specify Date] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Shawna Hartmann - **Defendant:** California Department of Corrections **Background:** Shawna Hartmann filed a lawsuit against the California Department of Corrections, alleging [briefly state the basis of the lawsuit, e.g., employment discrimination, wrongful termination, failure to accommodate, etc.]. Hartmann claimed that her rights under [specify any relevant laws, e.g., the Fair Employment and Housing Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, etc.] were violated due to the actions of the Department. **Key Facts:** - Hartmann was employed by the California Department of Corrections in [state position and department]. - [Describe relevant employment conditions, e.g., length of employment, performance evaluations, any prior complaints or incidents]. - Hartmann alleges that [detail specific incidents, dates, and examples that support her claims, such as discriminatory treatment, lack of accommodations, etc.]. **Legal Issues:** The case raises significant issues regarding: 1. [Specify Issue 1, e.g., Claims of discrimination based on [specific characteristics, e.g., race, gender, disability]]. 2. [Specify Issue 2, if applicable, e.g., Retaliation claims for filing a complaint]. 3. [Any additional issues pertinent to the case]. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff's Arguments:** Hartmann argued that the Department's actions were discriminatory and constituted a violation of her rights. She presented evidence including [mention any documentation, witness testimonies, or expert opinions]. - **Defendant's Arguments:** The California Department of Corrections refuted Hartmann's claims, asserting that [state their defense, e.g., actions taken were justified, no discrimination occurred, presented factual evidence supporting their position]. **Outcome:** - [If the case has been resolved, indicate whether it was settled, dismissed, or went to trial and the verdict. If still ongoing, state that the case is pending and any scheduled dates.] - **Decision:** [Include any significant rulings made by the court.] **Conclusion:** The case of Shawna Hartmann v. California Department of Corrections presents crucial questions regarding workplace discrimination and employee rights within the public sector. The outcome may have implications for future cases involving similar claims, highlighting the importance of equitable treatment in employment practices. **Next Steps:** - [Outline any upcoming court dates or actions required by either party in the case.] **Note:** The details provided are based on a hypothetical scenario as the case specifics were not available. For a more accurate summary, please provide additional details regarding the actual case.

Shawna Hartmann v. California Department of Corr.


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