In its ongoing quest to “promote the fair and timely resolution of civil cases,” the Supreme Court has amended the Rules of Civil Procedure to create a framework for active case management with a focus on adhering to deadlines established early based on the complexity of the case.

Acting May 23 in Case No. SC2023-0962, in a per curiam opinion, the court said the amendments also provide room for customization by circuit, given the varying levels of volume, resources, and automation available.

“Our amendments also alter discovery by requiring certain initial disclosures, by imposing a duty to supplement, and by requiring that discovery be proportional to the needs of the case,” the court said.