Clerical Error With Example

• Category: Civil Procedure - Motions - Correct
• State: Mississippi
• Control #: MS-62388
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

A motion is a written request to the court to take a certain action. The court will either grant or deny the motion in accordance with law and court rules. This document, a Motion to Correct a Clerical Error Pursuant to Rule 60(a), is a model motion requesting the named action from the court (or a general motion form). Adapt to fit your facts and circumstances. Available for download now in standard format(s). USLF control no. MS-62388

A clerical error refers to a mistake or inaccuracy made by an individual employed in clerical or administrative work. These errors can occur in various forms, such as data entry mistakes, transposed numbers, spelling or grammar errors, incorrect calculations, mislabeled documents, or other inaccuracies typically made during routine administrative tasks. Clerical errors can occur across different industries and job roles, including banking, government agencies, legal departments, accounting firms, educational institutions, and more. These errors can range from minor oversights to more significant mistakes that can impact data integrity, financial records, legal documents, or overall business operations. Here are a few examples of different types of clerical errors: 1. Data Entry Errors: These occur when information is entered incorrectly into a computer system or a spreadsheet. For instance, typing '1250' instead of '2150' for a customer's outstanding balance or recording '201' instead of '120' as the correct supplier's invoice number. 2. Transposition Errors: These errors happen when numbers or letters are unintentionally switched. For example, mistakenly recording '19235' instead of '19325' for an employee ID or entering 'the' instead of 'the' in a document. 3. Calculation Errors: These errors occur during the calculation process, such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing figures incorrectly. For instance, calculating a total invoice amount as $550 instead of $500 after including incorrect sales tax. 4. Filing Errors: These errors involve misplacement or mislabeling of physical or electronic documents. For example, misfiling important paperwork under the wrong client's name or saving a document in the wrong folder on a company server. 5. Communication Errors: These errors are related to inaccuracies in written or verbal communication. An example could be providing incorrect instructions to a colleague, resulting in the wrong action being taken or miscommunication deadlines, causing confusion among team members. It's important to rectify clerical errors promptly to prevent any potential negative consequences. If an error is detected, it's advisable to notify the appropriate parties involved and take corrective measures promptly. Regular double-checking of work, employing automated systems, and implementing quality control measures can help minimize clerical errors and maintain high levels of accuracy within administrative tasks.