Sturges v. Pepper’s Empirical Analysis

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1. “In deciding a Rule 59(e) motion the district court should consider the following non-inclusive factors: ‘(1) the reasons for the plaintiffs’ default, (2) the importance of the evidence to the plaintiffs’ case, (3) whether the evidence was available to plaintiffs before they responded to the summary judgment motion, and (4) the likelihood that the defendants will suffer unfair prejudice if the case is reopened.’”

   1 later decision quote this exact passage · from the majority
   e.g. In Re Camp Arrowhead, Ltd.