Viewing cases for Bet-the-Company Litigation
Bruce Chevrolet v. General Motors (American Arbitration Association)
Represented Bruce Chevrolet in arbitration against General Motors regarding GM's cancellation of its dealer sales and service agreement. Our representation resulted in the execution of a new franchise agreement, allowing Bruce Chevrolet to continue as a GM dealership.
Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon v. Strategic Wealth Management, Inc., et al. (Multnomah County, Oregon and the American Arbitration Association)
Defended investment advisor against securities fraud claims for $57 million plus punitive damages. Successfully moved court to compel arbitration before the AAA. Tried case to judgment and prevailed on the merits of each claim. Obtained award against plaintiff for more than $1.7 million in costs and attorney's fees for the defendants.
Unified Grocers, fka Unified Western Grocers v. C&K Market, Inc. (JAMS, Los Angeles, CA)
Successfully defended C&K Market in a bet-the-company matter involving the alleged breach of distribution agreement. Successfully defeated plaintiff’s motion for injunctive relief and successfully settled case.