Overview

• The suit was filed in Hawaii Circuit Court on August 8 by developer Kevin J. Hayes Sr. and broker Tomoko Matsumoto seeking damages for lost profits and fees
• Plaintiffs accuse agent Nez Balelo of demanding concessions that pressured Kingsbarn Realty Capital to terminate their roles on The Vista at Mauna Kea Resort
• The complaint alleges tortious interference and unjust enrichment in relation to the $240 million luxury housing project where Ohtani served as celebrity spokesperson and prospective buyer
• Hayes and Matsumoto warn they stand to lose millions in construction management fees, broker commissions and homebuilding profits after 11 years of development work
• CAA Baseball declined to comment and Kingsbarn has not responded as the case enters its early litigation stage