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BASF Corporation v. Lyondell Chemical Co.

Date: 08-15-2007

Case Number: Unknown

Judge: Deanne Wilson

Court: Superior Court, Morris County, New Jersey

Plaintiff's Attorney:

Gene Assaf of Kirkland & Ellis LLP, Washington, D.C.

Defendant's Attorney:

Lee Godfrey

Description:
BASF Corporation sued Lyondell Chemical Co. on a breach of contact theory claiming that defendant sell propylene oxide, a compound that BASF uses to make polyols, used in making all sorts of goods, from gym floors to adhesives at the lowest price paid by any customer.

Defendant admitted that it overcharged BASF but contested the amount of damages.

Outcome:
Plaintiff's verdict for $169.9 million.
Plaintiff's Experts:
Unknown
Defendant's Experts:
Unknown
Comments:
None

About This Case

What was the outcome of BASF Corporation v. Lyondell Chemical Co.?

The outcome was: Plaintiff's verdict for $169.9 million.

Which court heard BASF Corporation v. Lyondell Chemical Co.?

This case was heard in Superior Court, Morris County, New Jersey, NJ. The presiding judge was Deanne Wilson.

Who were the attorneys in BASF Corporation v. Lyondell Chemical Co.?

Plaintiff's attorney: Gene Assaf of Kirkland & Ellis LLP, Washington, D.C.. Defendant's attorney: Lee Godfrey.

When was BASF Corporation v. Lyondell Chemical Co. decided?

This case was decided on August 15, 2007.