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This form is a sample plaintiff's motion for partial summary judgment on the issue of liability in personal injury case involving an automobile accident.
Yes, it's not unusual, especially if one side feels confident about their evidence and wants to avoid a lengthy trial.
If the court says no, you'll still have to go to trial, but you can use the evidence you presented during the motion process.
Absolutely! Both parties can ask the court to rule on certain issues, each trying to get an edge based on their evidence.
The court looks at the evidence provided and checks if there's enough to rule in your favor without a trial. It's like hitting the fast-forward button on your case.
You'll need to show that there are no genuine disputes about important facts, meaning everything is pretty clear-cut in your favor.
If you have strong evidence that supports your case, this motion can help simplify things, letting the judge decide on key points without going to trial.
It's a legal request asking the court to rule that certain facts are established, so there's no need to worry about them during the trial.