Bell v. Novick Transfer Co.

1955

Venue: D. Md.

Facts: The infant Bell was injured in a car crash.

Posture: Initially filed in MD court, removed to district court, and an attempt at essentially a 12(b)(6) dismissal.

Issue: Is this complaint sufficient to proceed?

Holding: Yes. Motion overruled.

Rule: We have notice pleading here.

Reasoning: If the complaint doesn't tell you enough about the case, that's what we have discovery for.

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