Northeastern University v. Deutsch

Plaintiff, Northeastern University (“Northeastern”), seeks a declaratory judgment that Defendant, Stuart Deutsch (“Deutsch”), indemnify Northeastern for monies paid to settle a third-party claim against Northeastern. Deutsch filed a counterclaim alleging fraud in the inducement (Count I) and breach of contract (Count II). This matter is now before the court on the parties’ cross motions for summary judgment. For the reasons set forth below, Deutsch’s motion for summary judgment is DENIED and Northeastern’s motion for summary judgment is ALLOWED.

BACKGROUND

Deutsch is a former engineering…