Phrases with «pleading stage»

The phrase "pleading stage" refers to the early phase of a legal case where both sides present their basic arguments and outline the main issues involved. It is when the parties state their claims and defenses before moving on to providing evidence and other legal procedures. Full definition

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Sentences with «pleading stage»

We're at the «please stay with us» pleading stage right now. (politics.co.uk)
It is the policy of the Employment Screening Resources (ESR) News Blog not to identify background screening firms named in lawsuits that are in pleading stage since allegations are not facts, and there have been no factual or legal determination of any issues. (esrcheck.com)
In a December 3, 2017 order dismissing the case that is likely to be viewed with some relief by many dairy companies, US district judge Katherine B Forrest agreed with Dannon, noting that a court handling a similar false advertising lawsuit about «non-GMO» claims on dairy products fed GM feed (Gallagher v. Chipotle Mexican Grill) rejected a similar claim at the pleading stage. (foodnavigator-usa.com)
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Phrases with «pleading stage»

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