05/09/2024
Litigation involves one party initiating legal proceedings against another in a civil court. While each case is unique and may vary in sequence or include additional steps, here are the primary stages of the litigation process:
Investigation - Your attorney delves into the case and gathers essential evidence.
Pleadings - Both parties submit formal documents outlining their respective positions on the issue.
Discovery - Each side seeks information about the case through methods like depositions, witness interviews, and motions.
Pre-Trial - Lawyers for both sides discuss and negotiate potential settlements, often resolving the case before trial.
Trial - The case is presented and argued in court, either before a judge or a judge and jury.
Settlement - If the case doesn't go to trial, a settlement is reached, typically involving monetary compensation from the defendant to the plaintiff.
Appeal - If dissatisfied with the trial's outcome, a party can seek to overturn the decision by filing an appeal.
