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Rule 11 requires that the attorneys or unrepresented parties ensure that pleadings, written motions, and other papers are not presented for any improper purpose and claims have evidentiary support.

Rule 12(b)(6) allows a party to move to dismiss a complaint for failure to state a claim upon which relief can be granted. It challenges the legal sufficiency of the opponent's claim.

Rule 65 deals with injunctions and restraining orders, setting the standards and procedures for obtaining preliminary and permanent injunctions, including notice and security requirements.

Rule 8(a) delineates the requirements for a claimant to state a claim for relief. It must contain a short and plain statement of the jurisdiction, a short and plain statement of the claim showing entitlement to relief, and a demand for the relief sought.

Rule 23 governs class actions, establishing the criteria for certifying a class, such as commonality, adequacy, numerosity, and typicality of class claims and defenses.

Rule 45 governs the issuance and scope of subpoenas, including for attendance at a deposition, hearing, or trial, and for production of documents and electronically stored information.

Rule 15(a) allows a party to amend its pleading once as a matter of course within 21 days after serving it, or if the pleading requires a response, within 21 days after service of a responsive pleading or motion under Rule 12(b), (e), or (f).

Rule 50 allows for a judgment as a matter of law in a jury trial when a party has been fully heard on an issue and there is a legally insufficient evidentiary basis for a reasonable jury to find for that party.

Rule 37 provides sanctions for noncompliance with discovery orders, including measures ranging from barring evidence to dismissal of claims or entering a default judgment.

Rule 56 addresses summary judgment, which may be granted when there is no genuine dispute as to any material fact and the movant is entitled to judgment as a matter of law.

Rule 4(m) sets a time limit within which a defendant must be served with a summons and complaint, typically 90 days after the complaint is filed, subject to certain exceptions.