Dr Tanaka Was Served with a Malpractice Lawsuit Based on Allegedly

Multiple Choice

Dr. Tanaka was served with a malpractice lawsuit based on allegedly removing the wrong organ. Following discovery, it becomes clear that the plaintiff has no credible evidence against the doctor, and that no reasonable jury could rule in the plaintiff's favor. How should Dr. Tanaka's lawyer proceed?

A) The lawyer should make a motion for summary judgment.
B) The lawyer should make a motion for additional discovery.
C) The lawyer should make a motion to amend the answer in order to make a motion to dismiss.
D) The lawyer should file a motion for judgment on the pleadings.
E) The lawyer should proceed to trial.