motion for judgment on the pleadings

Definition of "motion for judgment on the pleadings"
  1. A request to the court for a decision based on the statements presented after the pleadings have been made
How to use "motion for judgment on the pleadings" in a sentence
  1. The attorney submitted a motion for judgment on the pleadings, arguing the case should be decided without a trial.
  2. If the evidence presented in the pleadings is adequate, a party may file a motion for judgment on the pleadings.
  3. Following the completion of the pleadings, the defendant decided to file a motion for judgment on the pleadings, claiming that the facts supported his case.
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