SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
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FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Earliest Event Reported: August 29, 2002
THE HALLWOOD GROUP INCORPORATED
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(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
DELAWARE 1-8303 51-0261339
(State or other jurisdiction of (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer
incorporation or organization) Identification No.)
3710 Rawlins, Suite 1500
Dallas, Texas 75219
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(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code (214) 528-5588
ITEM 5. OTHER EVENTS AND REGULATION FD DISCLOSURE
On August 29, 2002, the Supreme Court of Delaware issued its opinion in
the pending action styled Gotham Partners, L.P. v. Hallwood Realty Partners,
L.P. et al. (C. A. No. 15754). In its opinion, the court affirmed the judgment
of the trial court that the remaining defendants other than HRP are jointly and
severally liable to HRP. The court reversed the trial court's determination of
damages, and remanded the case to the trial court to fashion appropriate relief.
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SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the
undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
Dated: September 3, 2002
THE HALLWOOD GROUP INCORPORATED
By: /s/ Melvin J. Melle
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Name: Melvin J. Melle
Title: Vice President
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