Legal Case Summary

Spokane School Dist v. Northwest Building


Date Argued: Wed Oct 17 2007
Case Number: 06-35308
Docket Number: 7853931
Judges:Reinhardt, Paez, Strom
Duration: 43 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Spokane School District v. Northwest Building (Docket No. 7853931)** **Court:** Washington State Court of Appeals **Date:** [Insert Date] **Citation:** [Insert Citation] **Facts:** The Spokane School District entered into a contract with Northwest Building for construction and renovation projects on various school facilities. Disputes arose regarding performance delays, alleged defective work, and failure to comply with contract specifications by Northwest Building. As a result, the Spokane School District initiated legal action seeking damages and completion of the work according to the agreed terms. **Issues:** 1. Whether Northwest Building breached the terms of the construction contract with the Spokane School District. 2. Whether the Spokane School District suffered damages as a result of the alleged breach. 3. The appropriate remedies available to the Spokane School District. **Ruling:** [Insert ruling details, including whether the court found in favor of Spokane School District or Northwest Building and the reasoning behind the decision.] **Legal Reasoning:** The court examined the contract terms and found that Northwest Building failed to meet critical deadlines, which constituted a breach of contract. The judge also reviewed evidence presented by the Spokane School District regarding the costs incurred due to delays and subpar work. The court emphasized the importance of adhering to contractual obligations in construction agreements and held that damages were warranted due to the impact on the school district's operations and budget. **Conclusion:** The Spokane School District was awarded [insert amount] in damages, and Northwest Building was ordered to complete the remaining work to the satisfaction of the Spokane School District, ensuring compliance with all specified requirements. This case highlights the significance of contractual compliance and the potential consequences of failure to fulfill such obligations in construction contracts. **Implications:** This ruling underscores the importance of adhering to contract specifications and timelines in construction projects, particularly those involving public institutions. It serves as a reminder for contractors to ensure diligence and quality in their work to avoid legal disputes and potential financial liabilities. **Note:** The details of the ruling, including specific amounts awarded and other implications, should be filled in based on the actual case outcome.

Spokane School Dist v. Northwest Building


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