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A Motion to Compel is filed by a party seeking information from another party or non-party to a pending lawsuit. The motion essentially asks a judge to require the other party to provide information or documents to the party who filed the motion.

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Can the motion to compel be dismissed if case is asked to be dismissed?

Yes, a motion to compel can be dismissed if the case itself is dismissed. When a case is dismissed, the underlying issues that the motion to compel sought to address become moot, rendering the motion no longer relevant. However, if the dismissal is without prejudice, the motion may still be revisited if the case is refiled.


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If a party refuses to answer Discovery in a civil case, you can file a Motion to Compel, requesting that the court compel them to answer.


What is a pdl in a custody case?

This is a legal motion called a Pendente Lite (PDL for short). The motion could be about a number of issues, including Child Support or Custody Visitation until the Custody Case is completed.


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What if you get a letter from the court for a motion to compel?

Very hard to answer this question without knowing what the motion to compel was requiring of you.


Could a parent lose custody if they don't answer to motion to compel?

Yes. Any time a parent refuses to obey court orders they can eventually lose custody. The other parent should stay on top of the situation and keep filing complaints.


How can I make my custody case be heard in another court?

File a motion for change of venue. Why do you need it?


What is a Motion to Compel Attendance at a Deposition?

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What does a motion to compel mean and how is it used in legal proceedings?

A motion to compel is a request made to a court to force the opposing party to comply with a discovery request or court order. It is used in legal proceedings when one party believes the other party is not providing the necessary information or documents required for the case.


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What can you do if you think that the probate of an estate has taken to long to settle?

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