Judge dismisses lawsuit that shut down Rodeo Dallas for months
A Dallas judge dismissed a lawsuit by Asana Partners against Rodeo Dallas, lifting an injunction that had closed the bar for months.Summary
A Dallas County judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by real estate firm Asana Partners against Rodeo Dallas, ending a temporary injunction that forced the bar to close for months. Asana Partners initially sued Rodeo Dallas in August, alleging public safety concerns related to overserving alcohol, inadequate security, and contributing to violence in the Deep Ellum area, leading to a court order to shut down the bar indefinitely. However, Asana Partners moved to drop the case in December “without prejudice,” meaning they could refile it later. Rodeo Dallas, which has since relocated to Uptown, argued the closure caused significant financial harm and a “permanent shutdown” of its original business. While the appeals court is still pending a response, Asana Partners is also seeking the release of a $2.25 million bond posted to secure the injunction, which Rodeo Dallas is opposing, arguing the injunction was improperly granted and the dismissal is an attempt to avoid an unfavorable ruling.
(Source：Dallas News)