This video describes the grounds and general procedures to file a motion to strike a complaint in a Connecticut civil lawsuit. This overview provides lawyers with foundational information on when and how to file a motion to strike.The most extreme and, therefore rarely granted sanction, for discovery dereliction is to strike a party's pleading. Motion to strike is basically when there's something in the pleading that's false. The motion must be made before filing a responsive pleading and must point out the defects complained of and the details desired. We can provide you with guidance on how to fill out forms. • We can usually answer questions about court deadlines. In this overview, we will discuss the grounds and general procedures for filing a. Motion to Strike a Complaint in a Connecticut civil lawsuit. We can provide you with guidance on how to fill out forms.