What is a motion to stay?

A motion to stay is a legal request made by one party in a case to temporarily halt the proceedings or delay a court action until certain conditions are met or resolved. This can be filed by either the plaintiff or defendant in a case, and the decision to grant or deny the motion is typically made by the judge overseeing the case.

There are several reasons why a party may file a motion to stay, including:

• To allow time for further discovery or information gathering
• To wait for the outcome of related legal proceedings
• To give parties time to negotiate a settlement
• To address a procedural issue or legal question that may impact the case

A motion to stay can help prevent unnecessary costs, time, and resources from being spent on a case that may be put on hold. It is important to provide a valid reason for requesting a stay and to follow the proper procedures for filing the motion in order to increase the chances of it being granted by the court.