Scrimer v. Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada

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• explaining that NRCP 4(i) \was promulgated to encourage diligent prosecution of complaints once they are filed\
• explaining that dismissal is mandatory where the plaintiff fails to demonstrate that “there is a legitimate excuse for failing to serve within the 120 days”
• granting mandamus to correct a district court's failure to recognize and apply appropriate good cause criteria
• establishing various factors to determine whether good cause exists to allow a plaintiff to serve process beyond the 120-day deadline
• \The determination of good cause [for dismissal under NRCP 4(i)] is within the district court's discretion.\
• a balanced and multifaceted analysis is warranted in determining whether to dismiss complaint under NRCP 4(i) because good public policy dictates that cases be adjudicated on their merits

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