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2 canonical passages across 2 cases, quoted by 261 opinions in total. These passages cluster together because the same opinions keep quoting them side by side: they state parts of one doctrine. The anchor passage is from Olsen v. Mapes.
| # | Case | Flag | Canonical passage | Citers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Olsen v. Mapes Anchor | green | “although the language of rule 41(b) requires that the defendant file a motion to dismiss, the rule has long been interpreted to permit courts to dismiss actions sua sponte for a plaintiff's failure to prosecute or comply with the rules of civil procedure or court's orders.” | 166 |
| 2 | Gustafson v. Luke | green | “although the language of rule 41(b) requires that the defendant file a motion to dismiss, the rule has long been interpreted to permit courts to dismiss actions sua sponte for a plaintiff's failure to prosecute or comply with the rules of civil procedure or court's orders.” | 95 |
A red or yellow flag on a member means the underlying case has negative treatment: for those, check the case page before relying on the passage.