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In re Establishment of Arrangement between Eramet Marietta, Inc. & Columbus S. Power Co.

Citations: 127 Ohio St. 3d 1498; 939 N.E.2d 867Docket: 2010-0723

Court: Ohio Supreme Court; January 9, 2011; Ohio; State Supreme Court

Narrative Opinion Summary

The Public Utilities Commission case No. 09-516-EL-AEC is currently under appeal in court, with oral arguments set for March 22, 2011. The court has ordered a sua sponte consolidation with case No. 09-2060 related to the application of Ormet Primary Aluminum Corp. for the purposes of oral argument. Each party involved in the case will have 15 minutes to present their arguments, in accordance with S.Ct. Prac. R. 9.5.

Legal Issues Addressed

Court's Authority for Sua Sponte Consolidation

Application: The court exercised its authority to consolidate two related cases for oral argument, demonstrating its ability to manage proceedings efficiently.

Reasoning: The court has ordered a sua sponte consolidation with case No. 09-2060 related to the application of Ormet Primary Aluminum Corp. for the purposes of oral argument.

Oral Argument Time Allocation

Application: The court specified the amount of time each party has to present their arguments during the oral proceedings, ensuring a structured and fair process.

Reasoning: Each party involved in the case will have 15 minutes to present their arguments, in accordance with S.Ct. Prac. R. 9.5.