Anyone had a motion and the Judge "reserve judgment"? Why do they do this and how long before an order is made?
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Reserved Judgment means "I'm going to think about it" - it shouldn't take too too long. Mine did - but that's not what usually happens. The judge has to review and reference other cases similar to yours and in his/her "decision" will explain any formulas, calculations, definitions etc for that particular ruling. Definitely give it a few weeks before you do anything. If you have a lawyer, it is he/she who should address any matters w/the other party's counsel. If you do not have one, then the Courthouse can advise you of the name and contact # for the Judge's secretary. It is not recommended to attempt to communicate with the Judge directly. While they review your matter, they are "seized of the case" and at the end of the day, while they can't take Forever to make a ruling, they can take their sweet time and there's little that can be done. I'd be very surprised if you are left waiting for too long. Good Luck!
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Originally posted by hadenough View PostReserved Judgment means "I'm going to think about it" - it shouldn't take too too long. Mine did - but that's not what usually happens. The judge has to review and reference other cases similar to yours and in his/her "decision" will explain any formulas, calculations, definitions etc for that particular ruling. Definitely give it a few weeks before you do anything. If you have a lawyer, it is he/she who should address any matters w/the other party's counsel. If you do not have one, then the Courthouse can advise you of the name and contact # for the Judge's secretary. It is not recommended to attempt to communicate with the Judge directly. While they review your matter, they are "seized of the case" and at the end of the day, while they can't take Forever to make a ruling, they can take their sweet time and there's little that can be done. I'd be very surprised if you are left waiting for too long. Good Luck!
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Without saying the exact court, I will say that it was Provincial Court (OCJ) and in a Large Municipality. Trial was re: one single issue. Certainly, it wasn't rocket science. I know that my delay was absolutely not the norm: but it's rather frightening that such a delay is possible. Justice delayed is justice denied.
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Originally posted by hadenough View PostWithout saying the exact court, I will say that it was Provincial Court (OCJ) and in a Large Municipality. Trial was re: one single issue. Certainly, it wasn't rocket science. I know that my delay was absolutely not the norm: but it's rather frightening that such a delay is possible. Justice delayed is justice denied.
Was this on a decision for a trial or a motion? Still 5 weeks is ridiculous. Someone forgot his ruling I bet.
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