Legal Definitions - on the pleadings

Definition: A judgment made based on the information provided in the complaint and answer, without considering any evidence or arguments. This is also known as summary judgment.

Example: If someone sues another person for not paying back a loan, and the defendant files an answer admitting that they did not pay back the loan, the judge may make a judgment on the pleadings without needing to hear any evidence or arguments.

This means that the judge can make a decision based solely on the information provided in the complaint and answer, without needing to go through a full trial. This can save time and money for both parties involved in the case.