Smith v. Van Gorkom

Delaware Supreme Court 488 A.2d 858 (1985)

PartiesIdentify the plaintiff and the defendant

FactsSummarize only those facts critical to the outcome of the case

ProcedureWhat was the outcome in the lower court(s), Who brought the appeal

IssueNote the central question or questions on which the case turns

Explain the applicable law(s). Do some research on the laws cited in the case.

HoldingHow did the court resolve the issue(s), Who won

ReasoningExplain the logic that supported the court's decision

Conclusion