Legal Case Summary

Tri-County Metropolitan Transp v. Butler Block, LLC


Date Argued: Fri Jul 10 2009
Case Number: 08-35512
Docket Number: 7849797
Judges:Pregerson, Rymer, Tashima
Duration: 24 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet) v. Butler Block, LLC (Docket No. 7849797)** **Court:** [Specify Court if known, e.g., Oregon Circuit Court] **Date:** [Specify Date of Filing or Decision] **Overview:** This case involves the Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet), a public transit agency responsible for providing transportation services in the Portland metropolitan area, against Butler Block, LLC, a private company. The primary legal issues concern [describe the main legal disputes, e.g., contract obligations, property use, regulatory compliance, etc.]. **Facts:** 1. TriMet and Butler Block, LLC entered into a contractual agreement regarding [provide brief details of the contract, such as property leasing, development of land, construction obligations, etc.]. 2. [Describe any specific actions taken by either party that led to the dispute, including any failures to meet contractual obligations or issues related to property use, compliance, etc.]. 3. [Mention any relevant background about the relationship between the entities, previous agreements, or other pertinent information.] **Legal Issues:** The case primarily centers on the following legal issues: 1. [List the main legal questions, such as whether Butler Block, LLC breached the contract, whether TriMet was liable for damages, or whether certain regulatory standards were met.] 2. [Any additional legal theories or claims raised by either party, including negligence, breach of fiduciary duty, etc.] **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff (TriMet):** TriMet argues that [summarize TriMet's main arguments, highlighting the breach of contract or other violations committed by Butler Block, LLC, and the resulting damages or impacts on TriMet's operations]. - **Defendant (Butler Block, LLC):** Butler Block contends that [outline the defense's position, including any counterclaims, defenses against the allegations, or justifications for their actions]. **Ruling:** [Summarize the court's ruling, including any decisions made regarding the claims presented and any orders issued by the court. Specify if there were any damages awarded, injunctions, etc.] **Impact:** The outcome of this case has implications for [describe the broader significance concerning public transportation, contract law, or other relevant areas]. It may influence future contractual agreements between public agencies and private entities and set a precedent regarding [any relevant legal or regulatory issues]. **Conclusion:** The case between Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon and Butler Block, LLC emphasizes the complexities inherent in contracts involving public and private partnerships. The ruling will serve as a reference point for similar disputes in the future, underscoring the importance of adherence to contractual terms in public service agreements. **Note:** For a more comprehensive understanding of the case, including specific details on evidence presented, witness testimonies, and legal precedents cited, further documentation or access to court records is recommended.

Tri-County Metropolitan Transp v. Butler Block, LLC


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