Three plaintiffs in separate wrongful dismissal actions moved under Rule 77.05(2)(b) of the Rules of Civil Procedure to have their proceedings transferred into case management.
Although the defendant did not oppose the request, the court held that parties must still demonstrate that the criteria under Rule 77.05(4) are met.
The court found insufficient evidence showing complexity, public importance, or other factors justifying case management, despite some delay in the litigation.
The decision emphasized that case management is reserved for proceedings where a demonstrated need for court intervention exists, particularly given limited judicial resources.
The motions were dismissed.
