Attorneys from both Boise State University and Big City Coffee were active in court, pushing for advantage in a legal dispute that began in 2020. Big City Coffee had originally claimed $10 million in damages, alleging that their campus outlet was closed due to their pro-law enforcement stance. The case, which previously saw the dismissal of Boise State and its President from the lawsuit, now hinges on whether university officials can be held liable. The court must decide if actions taken by these officials were part of their administrative duties. The hearing saw heated exchanges and strategic legal maneuvers, setting the stage for a jury trial scheduled to start at the end of August.
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