Appellate Practice

A motion to dismiss is a request asking the court to throw out a lawsuit because the complaint is legally insufficient, filed improperly, or the court lacks jurisdiction. It’s often raised early in a case to end all or part of the claims before costly discovery and trial. This article explains what a motion to […]

Summary judgment is a court ruling issued without a trial when no genuine dispute of material fact exists and one party is entitled to judgment as a matter of law. It’s commonly decided on written motions and evidence like affidavits, documents, and deposition excerpts to avoid unnecessary trials. This article explains the legal standard, how […]