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Generally, a lawsuit is filed, and notice of the suit is served on the defendant. Prior to trial, both sides engage in ""discovery,"" which is a process by which the parties exchange information and evidence. Also prior to trial one or both sides typically file various motions to help move the case toward trial or to dispose of the case without a trial (such as through a motion to dismiss or a motion for summary judgment).
The vast majority of cases settle at some point during the pretrial process, or they are disposed of in some other manner, such as a dismissal by the court. Even if a case makes it to trial, it could still settle. If a case is tried and goes to verdict, often the losing party (or even the “winning†party who is dissatisfied in some way) will appeal the decision to an appellate court. There is still the possibility for settlement even during the appeals process. The appeals process can potentially last for years, and it is possible that at the end of this process, the initial trial court’s decision will be partly or completely reversed or vacated.
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How is a civil case initiated and what are the steps involved in starting a legal proceeding in civil court?
A civil case is initiated by filing a complaint with the court, which outlines the legal claims and facts of the case. The steps involved in starting a legal proceeding in civil court include filing the complaint, serving the complaint to the defendant, the defendant filing an answer, discovery process, pretrial conferences, and ultimately a trial where the judge or jury decides the outcome of the case.
What type of court case is a divorce proceeding?
A divorce proceeding is a type of civil court case that deals with the legal dissolution of a marriage.
What does proceeding mean?
(law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked
What is the meaning ofprocedure?
The act or manner of proceeding or moving forward; progress; process; operation; conduct., A step taken; an act performed; a proceeding; the steps taken in an action or other legal proceeding., That which results; issue; product.
What kind of legal proceeding may an injured person seek monetary damages?
civil
What happens if Equal Opportunity Act law is broken?
The aggrieved party has top file a complaint the the EEOC and prsent evidence of the offense. This is a CIVIL proceeding and not a criminal proceeding.
How do you xxplain each of the major stages of a civil proceeding including starting the case and pretrial trial and post-trial activities?
List and briefly explain each of the major stages of a civil proceeding, including starting the case and pretrial, trial, and post-trial activities.
Is it possible to invoke the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination in a civil court proceeding?
Yes, it is possible to invoke the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination in a civil court proceeding to avoid providing testimony that could potentially incriminate oneself.
Where must a debt collector file court proceeding in Virginia?
In civil court in the county where the debtor resides.
What do you do if you have forgotten your password on Facebook?
There should be a button that says "Forgot your password?" on the login page. Click there and follow the steps proceeding that.
What are the steps to the English Civil War?
not shure
Who is a claimaint?
That would be the person (usually in a civil proceeding) who asserts (or claims) something, usually (but not always) having to do with 'property' matters.
