Stay Of Court Proceedings Definition
When one party to a lawsuit requests a stay of court proceedings, they are asking the court to suspend or postpone the case. This can be done for a variety of reasons, such as allowing the parties more time to prepare or gather evidence, or because of extenuating circumstances like illness or death. A stay can also be requested if the parties have reached a settlement agreement and need time to finalize the paperwork. If the court grants a stay, it will issue an order specifying the terms of the suspension.
