A Puerto Rico court has denied a request for an injunction from Randa Shebly-Cobb in her ongoing dispute with her ex-husband, Justin Cobb, and their jointly owned business, Grateful Wagon, LLC. The ruling, issued by the Court of Appeals of Puerto Rico on September 21, 2026, is significant as it addresses issues of equitable distribution of business dividends and the rights of co-owners in a limited liability company.

The court's decision comes after Randa Shebly-Cobb filed a petition seeking to overturn a lower court's ruling that had previously denied her motion for reconsideration. The case, identified by docket number TA2026CE01111, highlights the complexities of business ownership and marital disputes, particularly regarding financial transparency and equitable distribution.

Background

Randa Shebly-Cobb and Justin Cobb were married and co-founded Grateful Wagon, LLC under the Act 60 Incentive Program. Randa claims that she holds a 50% ownership stake in the company, which she actively managed until their marital relationship deteriorated. She alleges that Justin has restricted her access to company information and has misappropriated funds from the business.

In her initial complaint filed on August 6, 2025, Randa sought immediate access to the company's financial records, a judicial administrator's appointment, and a freeze on corporate bank accounts. She also requested an equitable distribution of the company's monthly income during the ongoing dispute. Justin Cobb responded by stating that both parties had equal access to the corporation and countered with a request for the dissolution of the company.

The Ruling

The Court of Appeals, led by Judge Mateu Meléndez, ruled against Randa Shebly-Cobb's request for an injunction. The court stated, "We find no justification for intervention at this time, and the process must continue in the lower court based on the evidence presented." The court emphasized that the lower court had already ordered that any future dividend distributions should be equitable according to each party's participation.

The court's decision also noted that the lower court had previously ruled that it could not determine the amount of dividends already distributed, indicating that the matter would need to be resolved in further proceedings. Randa's request for reconsideration was denied, as the court found no new legal grounds to warrant a change in the prior ruling.

Impact

This ruling has significant implications for Randa Shebly-Cobb and Justin Cobb, as it affects their ongoing business relationship and financial entanglements. By denying the injunction, the court has allowed Justin to continue managing the business without immediate oversight, potentially impacting Randa's claim to her share of the company's profits.

The decision also underscores the importance of clear legal frameworks in business partnerships, especially in cases involving personal relationships. This case may set a precedent for how courts handle similar disputes involving co-ownership and equitable distribution in the context of limited liability companies.

What's Next

The case is not over, as Randa Shebly-Cobb may still pursue her claims in the lower court. Although the court denied her request for an injunction, she retains the option to appeal the decision or continue to litigate the underlying issues related to the distribution of dividends and the management of Grateful Wagon, LLC.