Document: NOTICE OF HEARING
Link: [Open PDF](https://42o.org/l3g4l/142.0 NOTICE OF HEARING 2018-02-09 .pdf)
Filing Date: 2018-02-09
Summary (Justice Demanded)
The court document reflects a Notice of Hearing within the context of a family law case. Aaron Surina, the father, is identified as the respondent. The document notifies him of an upcoming hearing where a motion or petition will be heard.
From a father-favorable perspective, there are several points of potential bias and unfairness. Firstly, the document states that if the non-moving party does not appear, the motion will be granted, which could be seen as unfair. Absence should not immediately result in the approval of a motion without a thorough evaluation of its merit.
Secondly, the document stipulates that responses to the motion or petition must be submitted in writing at least four days before the hearing date. This could be perceived as a short timeframe that limits the father’s ability to adequately prepare and respond, especially if the motion or petition is complex or needs legal consultation.
Furthermore, the document mentions that the hearing will be based on the affidavits/declarations submitted, and each side will be allowed only ten minutes of argument, with oral testimony only when permitted by prior court order. This could be seen as limiting the father’s right to a fair hearing, particularly if the case involves complicated issues that require more than ten minutes to articulate properly.
Finally, the document requires the father to complete the “Authorities” section if the motion has raised issues of law for the Court to consider. This could be viewed as an additional burden placed on him, especially if he lacks legal expertise.
Overall, from the father’s perspective, these factors could represent possible judicial bias and unfairness in this case.
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