Opinion
CASE NO. 07-14702.
March 13, 2008
ORDER
This matter is before the Court on Defendant's Motion for Summary Judgment [dkt #7]. Upon reviewing the parties' papers and the nature of their respective arguments, as well as the legal issues presented in this case, the Court finds that Defendant's motion is premature. The Court held its scheduling conference on February 22, 2008, at which time the parties requested four months for discovery. Ordinarily, summary judgment should not be granted before the parties have had an adequate time for discovery. Abercrombie Fitch Stores, Inc. v. Am. Eagle Outfitters, Inc., 280 F.3d 619, 627 (6th Cir. 2002). Accordingly, Defendant's Motion is DENIED without prejudice and may be renewed upon the completion of sufficient discovery to develop the factual issues in this case.
IT IS SO ORDERED.