Legal Definitions - no progress

Definition: No progress refers to the failure of a litigant to pursue a case, resulting in dismissal for want of prosecution. It is also known as want of prosecution, lack of prosecution, or dismissal for want of prosecution.

Examples:

• If a plaintiff fails to appear in court or take any action on their case for a long time, the court may dismiss the case for want of prosecution.
• A defendant may also request dismissal for want of prosecution if the plaintiff fails to move the case forward.

These examples illustrate how no progress can lead to the dismissal of a case. If a party does not actively pursue their case, the court may dismiss it due to lack of progress. This emphasizes the importance of staying engaged in legal proceedings and taking necessary actions to move the case forward.