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· 6/15/1838

Gayle v. Preston

Citations

  • 8 Port. 291

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  • “Caution is imperative [when granting summary judgment] because ‘[t]hough speedy and inexpensive, summary judgment is nonetheless a lethal weapon capable of overkill.’”

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Judges: Ormond

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