Sprint Communications v. APCC Services
| Docket No. | Op. Below | Argument | Opinion | Vote | Author | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07-552 | D.C. Cir. |
Apr 21, 2008 Tr. |
Jun 23, 2008 | TBD | Breyer | OT 2007 |
Disclosure: Akin Gump represented the petitioner in this case.
Issue: Whether a plaintiff assigned the right to pursue a legal claim, but which stands to gain no proceeds from the outcome of the litigation, has established standing under Article III.
Judgment: Affirmed, in an opinion by Justice Stephen Breyer on June 23, 2008.
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Briefs and Documents
- Opinion below (D.C. Circuit)
- Petition for certiorari
- Brief in opposition
- Petitioner's reply
- Amicus brief of Qwest Communications, Inc. (in support of the petitioners)
Merits briefs (via ABA)
- Brief for Petitioner Sprint Communications Company L.P. and AT&T Corp.
- Brief for Respondent APCC Services, Inc., et al.
- Reply Brief for Petitioner Sprint Communications Company L.P. and AT&T Corp.
Amicus briefs
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