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Federated Department Stores, Inc. v. Lawrence E. Gerosa

Citations: 385 U.S. 454; 87 S. Ct. 611Docket: 171

Court: Supreme Court of the United States; January 9, 1967; Federal Supreme Court; Federal Appellate Court

Narrative Opinion Summary

The Supreme Court of the United States dismissed the appeal in Federated Department Stores, Inc. v. Lawrence E. Gerosa, No. 171, on January 9, 1967, due to the absence of a substantial federal question. The Court granted the motion to dismiss, indicating that the issues raised did not meet the criteria necessary for federal consideration. Justice Fortas did not participate in the case's deliberation or decision.

Legal Issues Addressed

Dismissal for Lack of Substantial Federal Question

Application: The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal because the case did not present a significant issue that warranted federal court review.

Reasoning: The Supreme Court of the United States dismissed the appeal in Federated Department Stores, Inc. v. Lawrence E. Gerosa, No. 171, on January 9, 1967, due to the absence of a substantial federal question.

Participation of Justices in Case Deliberation

Application: Justice Fortas did not participate in the deliberation or decision of the case, highlighting that not all justices may be involved in every case.

Reasoning: Justice Fortas did not participate in the case's deliberation or decision.