Sign In
Events
Newsletters
Search

Close

Close Search

Cancel

SEARCH
MY LAW.COMNEW

Wizara LLC v. Smartlink Communication SpA

$26 Million Default Judgment in Algeria Internet Contract Breach Action Is Explained

X

Thank you for sharing!

Your article was successfully shared with the contacts you provided.

MEMORANDUM DECISION AND ORDER I. INTRODUCTION Plaintiff Wizara, LLC, removed this action against Defendant Smartlink Communication, SpA, from state court on April 14, 2017. Dkt. No. 1 (“Notice of Removal”); see also Dkt. No. 2 at 1-7 (“Amended Complaint”). On June 20, 2017, Defendant filed an answer. Dkt. No. 14 (“Answer”). On June 22, 2023, the Court struck Defendant’s Answer. Dkt. No. 95 (“June 2023 Order”). Now before the Court is Plaintiff’s motion for default judgment, which was filed on July 7, 2023. Dkt. No. 89-9 (“Motion” or “Motion for Default Judgment”). For the reasons that follow, Plaintiff’s Motion is granted. II. BACKGROUND Plaintiff is a domestic limited liability company organized under the laws of the State of New York with its principal place of business located in Liverpool, New York. See Am. Compl. 1. Defendant is a foreign corporation incorporated under the laws of Algeria, with its principal place of business in Algiers, Algeria. See id. 2. On or about January 5, 2003, the parties entered into a contract to provide “goods, wares and services in the nature of hardware and installation relating to internet services, VOIP and wireless broadband in the country of Algeria.” Id.

3-4; see also Dkt. No. 2 at 9-41 (“CHASS Agreement”). Plaintiff asserts that the combined value of the goods and services that it provided Defendant was $8,667,980.00, see Am. Compl.

Trending Stories

 
Reprints & Licensing
Mentioned in a Law.com story?

License our industry-leading legal content to extend your thought leadership and build your brand.

LEARN MORE

More From ALM

Premium Subscription
With this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality, online, on-demand premium content from well-respected faculty in the legal industry. This is perfect for attorneys licensed in multiple jurisdictions or for attorneys that have fulfilled their CLE requirement but need to access resourceful information for their practice areas.
View Now
Team Accounts
Our Team Account subscription service is for legal teams of four or more attorneys. Each attorney is granted unlimited access to high quality, on-demand premium content from well-respected faculty in the legal industry along with administrative access to easily manage CLE for the entire team.
View Now
Bundle Subscriptions
Gain access to some of the most knowledgeable and experienced attorneys with our 2 bundle options! Our Compliance bundles are curated by CLE Counselors and include current legal topics and challenges within the industry. Our second option allows you to build your bundle and strategically select the content that pertains to your needs. Both options are priced the same.
View Now
Go to CLE Center
New York Legal Awards 2024
September 05, 2024
New York, NY

The New York Law Journal honors attorneys and judges who have made a remarkable difference in the legal profession in New York.


Learn More
GlobeSt. Women of Influence (WOI) 2024
July 22, 2024 - July 24, 2024
Lake Tahoe, CA

GlobeSt. Women of Influence Conference celebrates the women who drive the commercial real estate industry forward.


Learn More
African Legal Awards 2024
September 06, 2024
Johannesburg

The African Legal Awards recognise exceptional achievement within Africa s legal community during a period of rapid change.


Learn More
Go to Events Go to Webcasts
Legal Research Attorney (Criminal)

The Superior Court of California, County of Alameda is accepting applications for the position of Legal Research Attorney. Under general dir...


Apply Now ›
Attorney - Medical Malpractice

ROSENBERG JACOBS HELLER & FLEMING, PC of Morris Plains, NJ is seeking a full-time Attorney who has at least 5 years experience, includin...


Apply Now ›
(NEW) REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATES FOR LAW FIRM KNOWN AS BEST PLACE TO WORK; TOP PAY SCALE (Chicago, IL or other US office)

Our client, a well-regarded national law firm widely recognized as one of the top places to work, has engaged us to find multiple real estat...


Apply Now ›
Go to Lawjobs
Lawyers of Distinction
06/27/2024
The American Lawyer

Professional Announcement


View Announcement ›
SMGQ Law
06/21/2024
Daily Business Review

Full Page Announcement


View Announcement ›
Blume Forte Fried Zerres & Molinari
06/14/2024
New Jersey Law Journal

Professional Announcement


View Announcement ›
Go to Professional Announcements