DE Court of Chancery Opinions

8908 Kanis RemainCo LLC v. Gastroenterology and Surgery Center of Arkansas - LLC Membership Eligibility Dispute

The Delaware Court of Chancery ruled on April 15, 2026, in favor of plaintiff 8908 Kanis RemainCo LLC in an LLC eligibility dispute. The court found that defendants Gastroenterology and Surgery Center of Arkansas, P.A. and Alonzo Williams failed to meet eligibility criteria under the nominal defendant's LLC agreement, resulting in loss of member status and managerial rights. The entity defendant retains its economic interests despite losing membership and management rights.

Gaikwad v. Gotham Resources - $1.6M Arbitration Award Confirmed

Delaware Court of Chancery granted Sujit Gaikwad's motion for default judgment and confirmed a $1,645,180.49 arbitration award against Gotham Resources Development Co., LLC, Lippemann Partners, LLC, and Great Plains Petroleum, LLC. Respondents failed to appear or respond to the enforcement action. Under the Federal Arbitration Act, the court must confirm arbitration awards once the three-month window for vacatur has expired without challenge.

Delaware Court of Chancery Opinion on Rule 12(b)(6) Motion

The Delaware Court of Chancery issued an opinion addressing a Rule 12(b)(6) motion in the case of YOUNG WOMEN’S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF ROCHESTER AND MONROE COUNTY v. HATTERAS FUNDS, LP. The opinion details the court's decision on whether the plaintiff's claims are legally sufficient to proceed.

Delaware Court of Chancery Opinions and Orders

The Delaware Court of Chancery has published a list of recent opinions and orders. These documents cover various civil cases, including complex commercial litigation, and are issued by Vice Chancellors and Magistrates. The list includes case captions, dates, file numbers, and brief descriptions of the judicial decisions.

Delaware Court of Chancery Guardianship Petition for J.L.S.

The Delaware Court of Chancery issued a decision denying an emergency petition to change the code status of J.L.S., a person with an alleged disability. The court's decision highlights a conflict between a recently adopted statute governing health-care decisions and a Court of Chancery Rule. J.L.S. died shortly after the court's oral ruling.

Dylan Rose v. Berkeley Compute, Inc. - Advancement of Legal Fees

The Delaware Court of Chancery issued a Magistrate's Report and Recommendation regarding cross-motions for summary judgment in an advancement action. The court granted both motions in part and denied them in part concerning the plaintiff's entitlement to advancement of legal fees for defending a California lawsuit.

Delaware Court of Chancery Opinion Enters Judgment for Defendants

The Delaware Court of Chancery entered judgment for defendants in a post-trial opinion regarding claims of fraud and breach of an operating agreement. The court found that the plaintiffs failed to prove their theory that defendants intentionally misrepresented information about a company acquisition.

Delaware Court of Chancery Opinion on Damages and Covenants

The Delaware Court of Chancery issued a memorandum opinion in a founder-investor dispute, ruling largely in favor of the plaintiffs. The court awarded $4.304 million in damages against the defendants for breaching contractual obligations and reinstated original restrictive covenant terms. The ruling also addresses counterclaims and partial fee shifting.

Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Case for Lack of Jurisdiction

The Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed the case Opulence Pictures LLC et al. v. Hounds of War Malta Ltd et al. (C.A. No. 2023-0702-DG) for lack of subject matter jurisdiction. The court found that the plaintiffs' claims could be adequately remedied at law, and thus declined to exercise its equitable jurisdiction.

Delaware Court of Chancery Land Dispute Ruling

The Delaware Court of Chancery issued a final ruling in a land dispute case (C.A. No. 2023-0601-LM). The court granted plaintiffs' claim for adverse possession regarding a portion of the disputed land, while denying their other claims for prescriptive easement or easement by necessity.

Delaware Court of Chancery: Restrictive Covenants Unenforceable, Motion to Dismiss Granted

The Delaware Court of Chancery granted a motion to dismiss, finding restrictive covenants in sale and employment agreements unenforceable due to overbreadth. The court denied the plaintiff's request for a preliminary injunction, impacting the enforceability of post-employment restrictions for the defendants.

Lafferty v. Corient Partners - Arbitration Clause Dispute

The Delaware Court of Chancery ruled in Lafferty v. Corient Partners that the plaintiff is bound by an amended agreement, including its arbitration clause, due to his acceptance of equity awards and benefits. The court denied the plaintiff's request to enjoin arbitration.

Delaware Court of Chancery rules against Edmondson in takeover dispute

The Delaware Court of Chancery ruled against Roy Mitchell Edmondson in a takeover dispute concerning Teliporter (US) Inc. The court found Edmondson's actions to validate his takeover were barred by equitable estoppel and unclean hands, voiding his stock issuance.

Stercula v. Wengert, Heimbach, and Wilson - Forged Deed Case

The Delaware Court of Chancery ruled against Larry Stercula in his claim that a deed transferring property was forged. The court found that Stercula failed to prove the deed was forged and ruled in favor of the defendants, upholding the property transfer.

Van Horn v. Townsend Real Estate - Adverse Possession Case

The Delaware Court of Chancery issued an opinion in Van Horn v. Townsend Real Estate, ruling in favor of Michael Van Horn regarding a property dispute. The court found that Van Horn met the criteria for adverse possession, vesting title to the disputed land in him.

Stonebridge Townhomes Owner's Association v. Ptoomey - Adverse Possession Dispute

The Delaware Court of Chancery issued a final report in the dispute between Stonebridge Townhomes Owner's Association and homeowners Mark and Martha Ptoomey. The court ruled against the homeowners' adverse possession claim, finding they failed to meet their burden of proof and ordering the contested area returned to the association at the homeowners' expense.

Delaware Court of Chancery Denies Expert Opinion Motions

The Delaware Court of Chancery denied three out of four motions in limine seeking to exclude expert opinions in the In re Saama Technologies Litigation (C.A. No. 2022-1045-LWW). A decision on the fourth motion was deferred. The court found that challenges to expert methodologies and data could be addressed during cross-examination.

Delaware Court of Chancery Opinion on No Surprises Act

The Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed a case seeking to enforce arbitration awards under the No Surprises Act, ruling that the Act does not contain an implied private right of action. The court followed federal precedent in declining to create such a right, dismissing the plaintiffs' claims.

Delaware Court of Chancery Opinion on Exceptions

The Delaware Court of Chancery issued an opinion on exceptions to a Magistrate in Chancery's report concerning a books and records action. The case involves a dispute over anti-dilution protections for an investment in Outlander Gamma 5.2, LLC.

Jiang v. Haslet Park Homeowners Association - HOA Window Installation Dispute

The Delaware Court of Chancery issued a final report regarding a dispute between homeowner Kun Jiang and the Haslet Park Homeowners Association over unapproved window installations and HOA election challenges. The court ruled partially in favor of Jiang and partially in favor of the HOA, addressing fines and recoupment of legal fees.

Delaware Court of Chancery Opinion on Fitracks Order

The Delaware Court of Chancery issued an opinion resolving disputes regarding the terms of the Fitracks Order, which governs the payment of advancement and fees-on-fees in litigation. The court adopted the plaintiffs' proposed language for certain provisions and rejected defendants' proposals, clarifying the scope and application of the order.