What is a Pleading?
A Pleading is any document, statement, or request filed with the court. It is a formal document in which a party involved in the legal case makes or responds to allegations, claims, denials, or defenses.
According to Black’s Law Dictionary, a pleading is defined as “a formal document in which a party to a legal proceeding (especially a civil lawsuit) sets forth or responds to allegations, claims, denials, or defenses.” Thus, pleadings are essential in civil litigation as they set the foundation for the issues to be resolved by the court. They provide a clear framework for the dispute, ensuring that each party understands the other’s position and the factual and legal basis for their claims or defenses.
Understanding the rules and requirements for pleadings is crucial for attorneys and litigants to effectively present their case, comply with procedural rules, and avoid dismissal or adverse rulings.
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What is Discovery?
Understanding your lawsuit’s discovery phase
If you recently filed a lawsuit, then you likely have questions about how your case will progress. Clients often ask our attorneys about discovery. In fact, most civil plaintiffs and defendants have never heard of the discovery phase of a trial. They have no idea what discovery is. As such, our award-winning personal injury team is here to explain discovery and what you can expect during this phase of litigation.
According to the American Bar Association, discovery is “the formal process of exchanging information between the parties about the witnesses and evidence they’ll present at trial.” In other words, it is a mechanism for obtaining the info and evidence that you need to win your case.
The phases of a civil trial
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