Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 60(b)(6)

Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 60(b)(6)

Definition

States that a court may grant relief from a judgment on any reason justifying relief from the operation of the judgment. Relief under Rule 60(b)(6) is extraordinary relief, and it is granted in the interest of justice. The rule is essentially one of equity and fairness.

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