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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, you can appeal the denial, but that can be a lengthy and complicated process. It’s typically more straightforward to work things out in the trial.
Absolutely, if the court sees there’s a dispute over facts that need to be hashed out in a trial, it won't grant the Motion. It’s all part of the legal dance.
If it's granted, the court will rule in your favor on the issues covered by the Motion. It can simplify the case and can even pave the way for a quicker resolution.
The court looks at the evidence and facts presented from both sides. If it finds that there’s no reason to go to trial over those particular issues, it can give the go-ahead.
You need to show that there’s no real dispute about the facts and that those facts warrant a judgment in your favor, kind of like hitting the nail on the head.
Typically, it's the plaintiff, the one who's bringing the lawsuit, but the defendant can also file one if they think they have a strong enough case to win on certain points.
It's basically a request made by the person suing, asking the court to decide part of the case without a full trial, because they believe there’s enough evidence to win on that particular issue.