Celotex Corp. v. Catrett

Celotex Corp. v. Catrett is a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case from 1986 that addressed the issue of summary judgment in civil litigation. The Court ruled that a party seeking summary judgment does not need to provide evidence negating the opponent's claims; they can simply show that the other party lacks sufficient evidence to support their case. This decision clarified the burden of proof in summary judgment motions, making it easier for defendants to win cases without going to trial if the plaintiff fails to present enough evidence. The ruling emphasized efficiency in the judicial process.