It depends on the firm you hire to represent you.
There are some law firms which bill on contingency. If this is the case the law firm will be paid a percentage of your settlement, only if you win your case.
Flat rate billing is when the firm gets paid a predetermined amount of money regardless of the cases outcome.
Hourly billing is when the firm gives you a flat rate that they will charge per hour of work on your case. If the rate is $100 per hour and they end up spending 5 hours on the case then you will be charged $500.
There are some firms that mix these types as well, but there is no way to know the exact cost of a case without speaking to your individual attorney.
The PLAINTIFF is the party who files (brings) the lawsuit.
Oh, absolutely! Just like how we add layers of paint to create depth and complexity in a painting, legal cases can also evolve and connect in unexpected ways. A civil lawsuit can certainly stem from a family lawsuit case, as emotions and relationships can sometimes lead to further legal actions. Remember, it's important to approach these situations with patience and understanding, just like blending colors on a canvas to create a harmonious masterpiece.
The aggrieved party in a lawsuit is the plaintiff
"Civil litigation attorneys charge different rates dependent upon if they are being paid hourly, flat-rate or contingent upon the amount obtained in the lawsuit."
A Civil Suit is a type of lawsuit, therefore they are the same. A Civil Suit can be filed by any individual who is looking to file a case against someone for emotional or physical injuries.
It is impossible to answer that question. Every case is different.
A civil prosecution is a procedure that follows a civil lawsuit. This can be utilized if a party is not satisfied with how a civil lawsuit was handled.
A civil case is also known as a lawsuit or a legal action brought by a person or entity seeking to resolve a dispute with another party in a court of law.
Not if the case were already underway. You would have file a new or amended lawsuit in order to name the 'witness' as a defendant or co-defendant. it is doubtful that an amended lawsuit would be granted at this point in the proceedings.
In general, no. A lawsuit is a civil matter, NOT a criminal matter. However, if you commit a criminal act, such as concealing property owned by another, failure to obey a court order, etc, you can be arrested.
A case refers to a specific legal matter being heard in court, while a lawsuit is a legal action initiated by a party against another in court to resolve a dispute. Essentially, a lawsuit is the process that leads to a case being heard and decided upon by a court.
In a civil lawsuit, the non-prevailing party may be responsible for paying the prevailing party's legal fees, court costs, and other expenses related to the case.