Appellate Practice
Jul. 16, 2009
Demurrers Drain Time and Resources from Courts, Litigants
Demurrers absorb significant court resources and should be demolished, writes Dan Lawton.
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By Dan Lawton I watched from the gallery and waited my turn. The defense lawyer stood at counsel table, arguing his third demurrer. He seemed to be trying hard to muster up some good sincerity for Judge Hayes. "But your Honor," he almost pleaded. "We just want to know what this lawsuit's about." I was having a hard time buying the sincerity. So was Judge Hayes. "I read the second amended complaint," answered the judge. "I think w...
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