Clock Quote by Amul Thapar
“A defendant can use discovery to run out the clock on the plaintiff and to make the plaintiff run out of money.”
About This Quote
Source Legal Textbook: Civil Procedure, 2020
A defendant may prolong litigation to deplete the plaintiff’s resources and time.
In simple terms: Delaying tactics can financially drain the opponent.
Key Takeaway
Use discovery strategically but ethically.
Themes
law
strategy
resource management
litigation
Mood
analytical
cautious
Type
legal
strategic
When to use this quote
- personal injury lawsuits
- contract disputes
- class actions
Key Concepts
procedural law
tactical delay
financial pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- Is it fair to use time as a weapon in lawsuits?
- What safeguards protect against frivolous delays?
A Different Perspective
Abuse of process can be sanctioned by courts.
