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What does deferred to pleading mean after the case was set for judgement?
What does it mean if the day after judgment is supposed to be set, the status of the case goes back to “deferred to pleading” despite no new memo or evidence being submitted by either party?
A new session has been set for next week. Why was the judgment not made?
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This means that one of the parties stated that he has a closing argument, and we advise you to submit a closing argument in which you explain everything that happened in the case and highlight the documents that support your case.
This helps the court, especially since some judges quote in their rulings what was stated in the closing arguments.
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According to what you mentioned, it is clear that the court exercised the authority granted to it by law to return the case to hearing after it had reserved it for judgment.
This often happens when the court finds that the lawsuit in its current state is not suitable for judgment and needs more investigation and pleadings between the parties, and this is the reason for the court's reluctance to issue the judgment on the date specified in advance.
Dear questioner
Sometimes this will happen with some matters if the judge wants to recheck or needs additional clarification over the matter.
If you can share your Whatsapp number, we can advise more specifically according to the circumstances of the case.
Dear J.,
Thanks for your message.
Regarding your inquiry, in UAE law, "deferred to pleading" means that the case has been postponed or delayed until a later date.
This could be due to various reasons such as the need for more evidence or time for the parties to present their arguments.
It is not uncommon for cases to be deferred multiple times before a final judgment is made. The fact that a new session has been set for next week indicates that the court is still actively considering the case and has not yet reached a decision.
It is important to note that the court has the discretion to defer a case as they see fit, and the reasons for the deferral may not always be disclosed.
It is best to consult with a legal professional for specific advice on your case.
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