Two multi-million dollar lawsuits have been filed against the Montgomery County Community Cooperative District, the owner of a soon-to-open whitewater park, alleging that the organization failed to pay for construction work. The first lawsuit, filed by attorney Amardo Wesley Pitters on behalf of Gilbert Berry, the owner of construction company MDG, is seeking $4.2 million in payment. The lawsuit also names Leslie Sanders, the signatory for Montgomery County Community Cooperative District, and Jeffery Gustin, the signatory for Southern Whitewater Development Group, as defendants.
The second lawsuit was filed by attorney William Daniels Jr. on behalf of Ron and Brad Mason, who collectively own 5% of MDG. This lawsuit alleges that the district neglected to pay MDG $3.014 million. The hearing for this lawsuit has been postponed twice and is now scheduled for August 30th.
One of the key issues in these lawsuits is determining who has the right to file them on behalf of MDG. Attorney Pitters has requested an evidentiary hearing for Judge Brooke Reid to make this decision.
The lawsuits have also brought allegations of racist behavior against the cooperative. The lawsuit filed on behalf of Gilbert Berry accuses the cooperative of engaging in racist behavior, claiming that a “vile stew of greed and racism plagued construction” from the beginning. Berry, who is Black, was awarded the contract as part of the cooperative’s initiative to ensure that 30% of the work went to minority- and women-owned business enterprises.
Representatives from the whitewater park declined to comment on the lawsuits, stating that they do not comment on active litigation. Attorney William Daniels Jr., representing the Masons, did not respond to requests for comment.
The outcome of these lawsuits will have significant implications for the Montgomery County Community Cooperative District and the construction company MDG. The court will need to determine the validity of the claims and decide on the appropriate course of action.
Who has the right to file the lawsuits on behalf of MDG, and how does Attorney Pitters plan to address this issue
Two multi-million dollar lawsuits have been filed against the Montgomery County Community Cooperative District, the owner of a soon-to-open whitewater park. The lawsuits claim that the district failed to pay for construction work.
The first lawsuit, filed by attorney Amardo Wesley Pitters on behalf of Gilbert Berry, the owner of construction company MDG, is seeking $4.2 million in payment. Leslie Sanders and Jeffery Gustin, signatories for the Montgomery County Community Cooperative District and Southern Whitewater Development Group respectively, are named as defendants in the lawsuit.
The second lawsuit was filed by attorney William Daniels Jr. on behalf of Ron and Brad Mason, who collectively own 5% of MDG. This lawsuit alleges that the district neglected to pay MDG $3.014 million. The hearing for this lawsuit has been postponed twice and is now scheduled for August 30th.
One of the key issues in these lawsuits is determining who has the right to file them on behalf of MDG. Attorney Pitters has requested an evidentiary hearing for Judge Brooke Reid to make this decision.
Apart from the claims of non-payment, the lawsuits have also brought allegations of racist behavior against the cooperative. The lawsuit filed by Gilbert Berry accuses the cooperative of engaging in racist behavior throughout the construction process. Berry, who is Black, was awarded the contract as part of the cooperative’s effort to promote minority- and women-owned businesses.
Representatives from the whitewater park declined to comment on the lawsuits, citing the ongoing litigation. Attorney William Daniels Jr., representing the Masons, did not respond to requests for comment.
The outcome of these lawsuits will have significant implications for the Montgomery County Community Cooperative District and MDG. The court will need to evaluate the validity of the claims and determine the appropriate course of action.
It is disheartening to see the Montgomery County Community Cooperative District facing multi-million dollar lawsuits over unpaid construction work. This situation not only harms the reputation of the district but also raises concerns for contractors and workers who deserve fair compensation for their efforts. It is vital that the district addresses these issues promptly and works towards a resolution that serves the best interests of all parties involved.
This is a clear example of a failure to honor contractual obligations, causing significant financial harm. It’s crucial for organizations to prioritize fair compensation for construction work to maintain trust and avoid costly legal battles.