"Summary manner" refers to handling something quickly and decisively without going into extensive details or processes. It involves a straightforward and efficient approach to dealing with a situation. Full definition
Hryniak strongly endorses summary judgment motions, encourages frequent recourse to both the Rule 20.04 (2.1) powers and ability of the motion judge to order oral evidence at these motions, and relies heavily on a consideration of whether the motion judge has «confidence» in his or her ability to «find the necessary facts and resolve the dispute» in a summary manner. (canadianlawyermag.com)
«A. Deputy commissioners shall have the power to subpoena witnesses, administer oaths, take testimony and hear the parties at issue and their representatives and witnesses, decide the issues in a summary manner, and make an award carrying out the decision. (injuredworkerslawfirm.com)
If the judge agrees that there is no genuine issue for trial, the judge can determine all or part of the lawsuit in a summary manner without the need for a full trial. (goldblattpartners.com)