Upon further reading, however, it became evident that this was no the case. The relevant quote from Daniel Petrocelli, i.e. Pacquiao's lawyer, provides as follows:
'We think that it will go to trial, but given how the process works, it won't be anytime this year, but probably sometime next year. There is no schedule set.' (emphasis added).I checked the docket to be sure and there has been no ruling on the various motions pending before the judge.
I am not surprised Petrocelli would say that he thinks the case will go to trial -- implying that he will get by the motions to dismiss -- because that is what his client wants to hear and he probably believes it.
In any event, as you can see from my previous posts on the topic, I do think the motions to dismiss will be denied but that does not necessarily mean this case won't be resolved at the summary judgment stage, i.e. before trial.
Fight Lawyer
