Motion for Summary Judgment
/ˈmoʊʃən fər ˈsʌməri ˈdʒʌdʒmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A procedural request asking the court to decide a case or a specific issue without a full trial, based on undisputed facts showing one party is entitled to judgment as a matter of law.
The defendant filed a motion for summary judgment to avoid going to trial.
Forms
- motions for summary judgment
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Commentary
A motion for summary judgment should be supported by evidence such as affidavits or documents demonstrating no genuine dispute of material fact exists to warrant a trial.
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