Feb. 17, 2026
Breyer scolds Bryan Cave attorney over repeated summary judgment bid
U.S. District Judge Charles R. Breyer denied World Market's summary judgment motion, rebuking defense counsel for reasserting a reliance argument previously rejected in a consumer lawsuit over alleged drip pricing fees.
U.S. District Judge Charles R. Breyer criticized Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP partner Daniel T. Rockey, representing retail chain World Market, for making an argument for summary judgment that the judge had already rejected in his motion to dismiss.
The judge and the defense disagreed about whether the plaintiff, a customer who paid nearly $100 in added fees for a piece of outdoor furniture, relied on World Market's initial representation of the price, which didn't incl...
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