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What are the name of the parties in a civil trial?
Plaintiff/Defendant
Who is responsible for bringing evidence before the jury?
The prosecution is responsible for presenting evidence before the jury in a criminal trial, while in a civil trial, both the plaintiff and the defendant may present evidence.
Civil lawsuit--are depositions necessary?
Depositions are commonly used in civil lawsuits to gather information from witnesses or parties involved in the case. They are a crucial part of the discovery process, allowing both parties to obtain testimony and evidence for the trial. While not always necessary, they can be valuable in building a strong case or negotiating a settlement.
What are the different ways in which a matter can be decided without going to trial?
(1) Mutual agreement between the parties involved, without judicial intervention. (2) Court ordered mediation or arbitration. (3) Civil suit in court.
What is a docket?
A docket is a list of cases in court for trial or names of the parties who have cases pending.
In a civil case can the trial proceed if the plaintiff or defendant is in jail?
Yes, but HIGHLY unlikely. In a civil case the state is under no obligation to spend the taxpayers money to transport and guard the incarcerated individual involved in a civil trial.
Why do you have trial by jury?
It depends on the parties in a case to demand for the Jury Trial. It is the plaintiffs right to demand for the Jury or Judge Trial. If the case is involved trial of a heinous crime or matter of public importance, case will be tried by the Jury.
How often do civil cases go to trial and what factors contribute to the decision to proceed to trial?
Civil cases do not often go to trial, as the majority are settled before reaching that stage. Factors that contribute to the decision to proceed to trial include the complexity of the case, the strength of the evidence, and the willingness of both parties to negotiate a settlement.
Who decides civil lawsuit?
civil lawsuits are heard by a jury, then they make the decision. only if both parties agree to a non-jury trial does a judge make the decision.
What is Maryland rule 2-506(B)?
Maryland Rule 2-506(b) pertains to the procedure for requesting a trial date in civil cases. It requires that a party must file a request for a trial date with the court, and the court will then set a trial date based on the availability of the court and the parties involved. This rule aims to streamline the scheduling process and ensure that cases are addressed in a timely manner.
What does tsc mean in crimnal trial?
In a criminal trial, "TSC" typically stands for "Trial Scheduling Conference." This is a meeting between the judge and the parties involved to discuss the timeline and logistics of the trial, including setting dates for pre-trial motions, jury selection, and the trial itself. The purpose of the TSC is to ensure that the trial proceeds efficiently and is organized properly.
How do you get information about a specific civil lawsuit?
For a current case you can visit the court, look through the case index and ask to see the file. If it is a high profile case that went beyond trial court you may find it online by performing a search using the names of the parties.
