# 1268004, UCSB Regents v. Ryans Painting Inc., et.al., filed 5/21/2008

Defendants/Cross-Complainant’s Attorneys: Gregory J. Hout & Robyn J. Willett

Verdict: $239,314.16 (not including attorneys fees) Jury Trial, Dept. 3

Plaintiff sued Defendants painting contractor and bonding company, claiming contractor abandoned the job on a residential building contract. Defendants counter-claimed for monies owing. Completion was made impossible based on work demands and standards of performance by Plaintiff. Jury verdict of $350,000.00 reduced by Court on Plaintiff’s motions for New Trial and JNOV. Court awarded attorneys fees of $85,000.00 to each Defendant.

For more information about this Verdict, feel free to use the “Contact” link.