In a civil lawsuit, the defendant files a motion for summary judgment, asserting that there are no genuine disputes of material fact and that the defendant is entitled to judgment as a matter of law. The plaintiff believes that factual issues remain that warrant a trial. What must the plaintiff demonstrate to successfully oppose the defendant's motion for summary judgment?
The plaintiff must show that there is at least one genuine dispute of material fact requiring a trial.
The plaintiff must demonstrate that the defendant has violated federal statutes relevant to the case.
The plaintiff must prove by clear and convincing evidence that the defendant acted negligently.
The plaintiff must file an additional motion to extend the discovery period before opposing the summary judgment.
To defeat a summary judgment motion, the plaintiff must show that there is at least one genuine dispute as to a material fact that requires a trial. This means presenting evidence that a reasonable jury could find in their favor, thereby preventing the court from granting summary judgment.
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