In Pro Per
Rule 16 - Time Limits

The Clock is Ticking

FRCP §§16 is the important rule to learn because it tells you when you're supposed to file your lawsuit before the time limits expire. It is refered to as expedite the disposition of the action

Rule 16(a) to establish early and continuing control so that the case will not be protracted due to lack of management.

Rule 16(a) to discourage wasteful pretrial activities.

Rule 16(a) to improve the quality of the trial through more thorough preparation.

Rule 16(a) to facilitate settlements.

Rule 16(b) to limit the time to join other parties.

Rule 16(b) to limit the time to amend pleadings.

Rule 16(b) to limit the time to file motions.

Rule 16(b) to limit the time to complete discovery.

Rule 16(b) to limit the time to control any other thing they want, under appropriate circumstances, of course.

Rule 16(b) to set the time for conferences before, during, and after trial, and the trial.

Rule 16(b) to allow them to change the restrictions imposed by Rule 26 on disclosure times and discovery times.