Legal Case Summary

Suhail Al Shimari v. CACI Premier Technology, Inc.


Date Argued: Tue Mar 18 2014
Case Number: 14-20450
Docket Number: 2591266
Judges:Barbara Milano Keenan, Henry F. Floyd, Max O. Cogburn, Jr.
Duration: 50 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Suhail Al Shimari v. CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (Docket No. 2591266)** **Court:** [Specify the court, e.g., United States District Court, Eastern District of Virginia] **Date:** [Specify the date, if available] **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Suhail Al Shimari - **Defendant:** CACI Premier Technology, Inc. **Background:** Suhail Al Shimari, the plaintiff, brought a case against CACI Premier Technology, Inc. The case primarily revolves around allegations of human rights violations and the treatment of detainees by employees of the defendant, who were contracted to provide interrogation support during the Iraq War. Al Shimari alleges that during this time, he was subjected to torture and inhumane treatment while detained by U.S. forces, for which the employees of CACI are held accountable. **Legal Issues:** The main legal issues in this case include: - Whether CACI Premier Technology can be held liable for the alleged acts committed by its employees under the doctrine of vicarious liability. - The applicability of the Alien Tort Statute and other federal laws that govern human rights violations and unlawful treatment. - Questions of jurisdiction, including whether the courts have the authority to hear a case based on acts committed by U.S. contractors abroad. **Procedural History:** The case has gone through various stages in court, including motions to dismiss by the defendant, arguments concerning the admissibility of evidence, and discussions surrounding jurisdiction. The court has had to consider precedents regarding the liability of contractors in military operations and the interpretation of international law concerning torture and inhumane treatment. **Outcome:** [This section would include the final judgment or decisions made by the court. If the case is still ongoing, indicate that along with any significant rulings or opinions issued to date.] **Significance:** The case of Suhail Al Shimari v. CACI Premier Technology, Inc. stands as a crucial examination of the legal responsibilities of private military contractors and the extent to which they can be held accountable under U.S. law for actions taken in the course of their contracts. It also highlights the continuing discourse on human rights, the enforcement of international norms, and the implications for U.S. military and contractor operations overseas. **Note:** The details provided above serve as a summary based on the general knowledge of legal principles and issues associated with cases similar to Suhail Al Shimari v. CACI Premier Technology, Inc. Specific outcomes and procedural history would need to be verified through legal databases or court records for accuracy and updates.

Suhail Al Shimari v. CACI Premier Technology, Inc.


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