Can I motion for judgment on the pleadings prior to trial?

Asked 2 months ago - Bradenton, FL

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I'm defendant in a civil contract case that's been stuck a long time going nowhere. Neither side has initiated discovery. I'd like to move out of state later this year and would like this put to rest. I categorically deny plaintiff's claim. Plaintiff last filed a motion for summary judgment to which I objected and motioned for denial with memorandum in support. I had answered the complaint previously so don't think I can motion to dismiss. There are disputed facts which appear to preclude summary judgment. Can I motion for judgment on the pleadings at this stage? If so, do the pleadings stay closed until the hearing or will the plaintiff be able to file additional things? Thanks.

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    Answered March 14, 2013 20:55. Judgment on the pleadings is a motion made at the close of the Plaintiff's case at trial. If you don't have the elements for summary judgment and you don't settle, then you are going to trial.

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