In the state of Massachusetts, if more than twelve months have gone by since you were arraigned, and you still have not had a trial, you are entitled to a dismissal of the charges upon filing that rule 36 motion to dismiss.
To defend against a motion to dismiss for lack of personal jurisdiction, you should be prepared to show the judge that the other party has had “contact” with the state where you have filed the case, s/he was served in the state, or there is some other reason why the court has jurisdiction.
Form 20, Motion to Dismiss, is used to request that the court dismiss an eviction case. This form provides tenants with a structured way to outline reasons why the eviction should not proceed, ensuring that all necessary information is presented clearly and effectively to the court.
A party opposing a motion may serve (1) a memorandum in opposition that includes a statement of reasons, with supporting authorities, that the motion should not be allowed, together with a request for a hearing (if desired) and (2) affidavits or other exhibits evidencing facts on which the opposition is based, as well ...
To request a continuance regarding your DALA case, you (the party seeking the continuance or "the moving party") should submit a written request (a "motion") at least seven (7) days before the event. You can send your request by mail, fax, or e-mail.
To defend against a motion to dismiss for lack of personal jurisdiction, you should be prepared to show the judge that the other party has had “contact” with the state where you have filed the case, s/he was served in the state, or there is some other reason why the court has jurisdiction.
To successfully defeat a motion to dismiss, a pro se plaintiff must rebut the following potential assertions: The plaintiff's allegations don't fit the facts of the case. There is a missing element of the claim. There are no factual allegations in the complaint, only conclusions.
Any party may file a response in opposition to a motion within seven days after service of the motion, but the trial court or Appellate Division in which the motion was filed may shorten or extend the time for responding to any motion.
Circumstances that may indicate good cause for a continuance include the unavailability of an essential witness (CRC 3.1332 (c)(1)); the unavailability of a party because of death, illness, or other excusable circumstances (CRC 3.1332 (c)(2)); or a significant, unanticipated change in the status of the case as a result ...