On October 27, 2016 a
Complaint,Petition
was filed
involving a dispute between
California Farm Management, Inc.,
and
Tapestry Vineyards, Inc.,
for 06 Unlimited - Breach of Contract/Warranty
in the District Court of Fresno County.
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Document Filed Date
February 28, 2017
Case Filing Date
October 27, 2016
Category
06 Unlimited - Breach of Contract/Warranty
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