Utah Fourth District Court
Brunette v. Engemann and Jeff Jenkins Productions
Pending UPEPA
- Forum
- Utah Fourth District Court
- Motion decided
- Not yet
- Outcome
- Pending
- Underlying case
- The judge has paused every motion while the parties try to settle. Their next report to the court is due September 14, 2026.
- Conduct at issue
- A television production about a family business dispute
- Underlying claims
- Claims against a producer and production company arising from the program
Where the case stands
- Engemann moved to dismiss under UPEPA or alternatively Rule 12(b)(6) in February 2026; Jeff Jenkins Productions moved for summary judgment, judgment on the pleadings, and fees under Section 78B-25. After a hearing the court ordered supplemental briefing on July 15, 2026, then on August 6, 2026 granted the parties' stipulated motion to hold all pending motions in abeyance pending settlement, with a status report due September 14, 2026.
Feb 17, 2026Defendant
The special motionMotion to dismiss under UPEPA or alternatively Rule 12(b)(6)
PDF Feb 17, 2026Defendant
The special motionMotion for summary judgment, judgment on the pleadings, and fees under Utah Code 78B-25
PDF Mar 27, 2026Plaintiff
OppositionOpposition to JJP motion for summary judgment and judgment on the pleadings
PDF Apr 17, 2026Defendant
Reply in supportReply in support of motion for summary judgment, judgment on the pleadings, and fees
PDF Source
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