Strategies, Challenges, and Answers

Just, Speedy, and Inexpensive

Does anyone else have a favorite Rule of Civil Procedure?  I do.  It is Rule 1, particularly the last sentence which says that the Rules of Civil Procedure “should be construed, administered, and employed by the court and the parties to secure the just, speedy, and inexpensive determination of every action and proceeding.”I find myself turning to this rule more and more as I prepare papers for the court.  No doubt that the Courts are dedicated to these three principles.  As to the … [Read more...]

One, Two, Three, Four, I Declare A Thumb War

At the outset of many games, contests and activities, there is a ritual that the contestants follow that lets all participants know that the game has begun.  On your mark, get set, go!  Lights, camera, action!  Game on!  Litigation is no different.  The Rules of Civil Procedure dictate that the defendant must receive notice of the action via service of process before the lawsuit officially commences.  Rules 4 & 5, NRCP.Sometimes the Summons & Complaint are personally served to the … [Read more...]