Allows dismissal with prejudice of civil actions for real estate if lis pendens notices are discharged and plaintiff fails to prosecute.
Permits a defendant to move for dismissal with prejudice of a civil action if a lis pendens notice was discharged at least six months prior due to the plaintiff's failure to prosecute or establish a probability of winning. The defendant can file the motion if the plaintiff continues to fail to prosecute diligently. The court may dismiss with prejudice for this cause or other good cause shown. The bill applies to new and existing actions not yet finally adjudicated.
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