A motion for summary judgment permits a court to resolve a case or specific issues in a case because there is no genuine dispute of material fact and the moving party is entitled to judgment as a matter of law. Unlike a motion to dismiss, which analyzes only the adequacy of the pleadings, a motion for summary judgment evaluates admissible evidence, such as affidavits, depositions, and documents. This motion can prevent unnecessary trials by resolving disputes that involve no factual determination
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