What is a motion to consolidate cases in civil litigation?

A motion to consolidate cases in civil litigation is a legal request to join two or more separate cases together. In Hawaii, this type of motion is often used when the same parties are involved in two or more separate cases that have similar facts and legal issues. By consolidating the cases, the court can address the legal issues in a single, unified hearing, rather than hearing each case individually. In order to file for a motion to consolidate, the party must typically provide the court with a written brief detailing why the cases should be combined. This brief should explain how the cases relate to one another and why it would be in the best interests of the court and the litigating parties to consolidate the matters. It should also provide a timeline detailing when each case was filed and any other relevant information. Once the motion is filed, the court will review it and determine if the cases should be consolidated. If the court decides to combine the cases, the court will set a time and date for the hearing. At this hearing, both parties involved in the litigation will have an opportunity to present their arguments as to why the cases should or should not be combined. The court will then issue an order either granting or denying the motion. If the motion is granted, the cases will be combined and the court will manage them as a single case.

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