BackGrid USA, Inc., et al. v. Claire Eze, et al.

Summary

The United States District Court for the Central District of California issued an order to show cause regarding possible dismissal for lack of prosecution. The court directed the plaintiffs to file proofs of service, answers, or an application for entry of default by July 16, 2025, and warned that failure to respond could result in dismissal.

Holdings

1. Absent good cause, an action may be dismissed without prejudice when the summons and complaint are not served within 90 days after filing, and the court may dismiss earlier when the plaintiff has not diligently prosecuted the action.

Questions Presented

1. Whether the plaintiffs should be required to show cause why the action should not be dismissed for lack of prosecution based on the apparent failure to timely serve the defendants and obtain responsive pleadings or entry of default.

Disposition

other