Guam Sasaki Corporation, D/B/A Julale Shopping Center v. Diana's Inc.

JURISDICTION

The jurisdiction of the United States District Court for the District of Guam over this case derives from 48 U.S.C. § 1424-3 (a). Our jurisdiction over this appeal is grounded on 48 U.S.C. § 1424-3 (c).

BACKGROUND

Appellee Guam Sasaki Corporation filed a four-count complaint against Diana’s Inc. in the Guam Superior Court in 1985. All counts of the complaint related to Guam Sasaki’s role as Diana’s landlord. Count I sought damages for breach of a covenant to leave the premises in good condition. Count II claimed damages for accrued rentals, charges and fees. Count III asked for compensation for reasonable value of the use of the premises. Count IV requested issuance of a warrant for removal of appellant from the premises. Diana’s promptly filed an answer and counterclaim. A motion to dismiss Count IV was granted. Subsequently, the court granted Diana’s motion for partial summary judgment, effectively disposing of Counts I and II. Approximately one year after the complaint had been filed, the parties stipulated to summary judgment on Count III provided Guam Sasaki was allowed to file an amended complaint. A judgment on Counts I, II, and III was entered on February…