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Art and Bev Yates v. Iowa West Racing Association and Harveys BR Management

Date: 10-17-2003

Case Number: Unknown

Judge: Unknown

Court: District Court, Pottawattamie County, Iowa

Plaintiff's Attorney:

James R. Quilty of the Crawford Law Firm, Des Moines, Iowa

Defendant's Attorney:

Lyle Ditmars of Peters Law Firm, P.C., Council Bluffs, Iowa

Description:

Art and Bev Yates and their Yates Kennel business sued Bluffs Run Greyhound Park and Casino for failing to provide a safe racetrack for greyhounds and for Slander. They claimed that Bluffs Run harmed their greyhounds during the 2000 racing season. In 2000, the track refused to offer a 2001 racing contract to the Yates Kennel, claiming it was because of poor performance. The Yates argued that the real reason was because the Yates had complained about poor track conditions.

Outcome:
Plaintiffs' verdict for $235,000 in compensatory damages and $250,000 in punitive damages.
Plaintiff's Experts:
Unknown
Defendant's Experts:
Unknown
Comments:
None

About This Case

What was the outcome of Art and Bev Yates v. Iowa West Racing Association and Har...?

The outcome was: Plaintiffs' verdict for $235,000 in compensatory damages and $250,000 in punitive damages.

Which court heard Art and Bev Yates v. Iowa West Racing Association and Har...?

This case was heard in District Court, Pottawattamie County, Iowa, IA. The presiding judge was Unknown.

Who were the attorneys in Art and Bev Yates v. Iowa West Racing Association and Har...?

Plaintiff's attorney: James R. Quilty of the Crawford Law Firm, Des Moines, Iowa. Defendant's attorney: Lyle Ditmars of Peters Law Firm, P.C., Council Bluffs, Iowa.

When was Art and Bev Yates v. Iowa West Racing Association and Har... decided?

This case was decided on October 17, 2003.