A software developer files a lawsuit against a tech firm in federal court for patent infringement. The tech firm believes the developer's claims are unfounded and moves for a judgment on the pleadings. What must the court evaluate to grant this motion?
Whether the defendant has additional evidence to support its defense
Whether there are any genuine disputes over material facts that necessitate a trial
Whether the parties are interested in negotiating a settlement
Whether the plaintiff has presented a legally sufficient claim based on the facts stated in the pleadings
To grant a judgment on the pleadings, the court must determine whether the plaintiff has presented a legally sufficient claim based on the facts stated in the pleadings. This assesses if there is a legal basis for the claim irrespective of factual disputes, allowing for adjudication without a trial.
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