JD Supra

Robin's quickie guide to motions to dismiss, summary judgment, and trial

There are three main ways for a defendant to bring a lawsuit to an end. Each involves a different level of proof – and of expense and hassle. It's better to get a lawsuit “disposed of” as early as ...
Aclu.org

Order on Cross-Motions for Summary Judgment

Dkt. Nos. 665, 665-6.1 The Court held oral argument on the motions on July 19, 2024. Dkt. No. 672. After thoroughly reviewing the parties’ motions, as well as the remainder of the relevant record, and ...
JD Supra

The Court of Appeal’s Plea to Motions Scheduling Judges: Stop Letting Parties Waste Judicial Resources with Partial Summary Judgment Motions

On December 12, 2020, the Ontario Court of Appeal released its decision in Malik v. Attia, 2020 ONCA 787. In this case, the Court of Appeal sent a clear message to judges scheduling motions for ...
Investopedia

Judgment: What It Is, How It Works, Examples

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...
Law

Dispositive Motions in Arbitration: Contrary to the Rationale for ADR?

When the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA), which provides for federal facilitation of private dispute resolution through arbitration, was enacted in 1925, its proponents argued that arbitration was ...