Litigation Legal Guides (91 found)

Written by Stacy Mandel Levine
Some basic words used in court to help those understand the process
5 of 7 users found this helpful. Posted 11 months ago in Litigation. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by David Adam Blansky
Clients have asked me at what point interest starts running on a judgment and what rate of interest applies. The answer may be different depending on if the judgment was obtained in a state court as opposed to a federal court. Both are discussed here.
5 of 11 users found this helpful. Posted 10 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Lisa A. Vance
With the current economic reality, many Texans are finding themselves in the scary plight of self-representation in front of Texas judges. Knowing how to answer a judge's questions, coupled with a basic understanding of legal concepts, might make a "do-it-yourselfer" less frightened of the process.
Posted 10 months ago in Litigation. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Jonathan Tycko
The False Claims Act is a law intended to prevent fraud on the government. A person with inside knowledge of fraud on the government may bring a whistleblower lawsuit, called a qui tam lawsuit, and can obtain a reward of between 15%-30% of the money recovered for the government.
Posted 9 months ago in Litigation. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Edgardo Rafael Baez
The law allows individuals to represent themselves on their legal matters, this is called pro se litigation. Although we do not recommend this, there are instances in which a person could efficiently take care of their minor legal problems.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 10 months ago in Litigation. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Jon Vincent Forehand
Most clergy fully understand the ethical and scriptural requirements to keep the confidences of those who seek spiritual counsel. However, most states including Georgia have specific legal requirements which add additional obligations when dealing with confessions or other communications to clergy.
4 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted 10 months ago in Litigation. Jurisdiction: Georgia

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
You should carefully review the Complaint, the Answer, and any expert disclosures. This will help you fully understand the theories of the case before your deposition. Remember, things in the Complaint and responses in an Answer are fair game and you should be fully acquainted with these pleadings.
4 of 6 users found this helpful. Posted 8 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Motions of all types are brought in civil litigation cases, but a motion that can result in the case ending before a trial is a motion for summary judgment. This guide explains the very basics for such a motion.
10 of 11 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Michael Hassen
Many people have posted comments about poor relationships with their attorneys. While some of these may be the fault of the particular attorney, some of them are a reflection of the fact that some individuals are difficult clients. This can be helped by following these simple rules.
Posted 6 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Michael Hassen
Some of the most difficult situations are presented by the most mundane disputes...disputes between neighbors over a boundary line, loud parties, parking of cars, tree branches extending over a neighbor's property, etc. The question is, what to do with these disputes?
4 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Michael Hassen
Individuals who file lawsuits ("plaintiffs" or "petitioners") often face motions to have the lawsuit thrown out. One type of such a motion is a motion to dismiss, known in California state court as a demurrer. This guide briefly explains the basis for such motions.
Posted 6 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Michael Hassen
There are different ways for a defendant to challenge a complaint that has been filed against them. One way is to file a motion to dismiss. Another way is to file a motion for summary judgment based on evidence provided to the court.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Michael Hassen
Some individuals who elect to represent themselves when they have been sued believe that if they "do nothing" then the lawsuit will somehow "just go away." The likely result is the entry of a default judgment.
Posted 6 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Michael Hassen
It is never a good idea to appear for a deposition without legal representation, but as some individuals must represent themselves in litigation it is helpful to understand the process. This guide provides the basic rules for a deposition, but I stress that the best advice is to retain counsel.
Posted 6 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Michael Hassen
Attorneys are often surprised by the types of questions people ask about whether they can legally do certain things. Many of these questions easily could be resolved if the layperson considers them from the perspective of common sense.
Posted 6 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Michael Hassen
If you represent yourself in a lawsuit, you will probably end up appearing before a judge at some point. This guide provides generally ideas for how you should present yourself. (If you have an attorney representing you, you should ask your attorney for guidance on how to behave in court.)
Posted 6 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Walter Weiss Jr
A deposition is when a person gives sworn testimony to be used later at trial (or any other later proceeding). If your answers differ later, it will pointed out to the fact-finder. The best preparation is meeting with your attorney, however, I have listed some helpful tips below to assist you.
Posted 5 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Jeffrey D Goldstein
In our litigation practice one of the most important tools we have at our disposal is the deposition. In a deposition, we are able to ask questions of parties, and other witnesses, to the proceeding. Before being deposed there are some simple "Dont's" to keep in mind.
Posted 3 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
One of the key litigation documents is the formal written complaint filed with the court by the plaintiff. If you are representing yourself, you are expected to conduct yourself professionally and to follow the same rules an attorney would. This guide describes the basic elements of the Complaint.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 3 months ago in Litigation. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Howard Robert Roitman
PRIME INTEREST RATE NRS 99.040(1) requires: "When there is no express contract in writing fixing a different rate of interest, interest must be allowed at a rate equal to the prime rate at the largest bank in Nevada, as ascertained by the Commissioner of Financial Institutions.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 month ago in Litigation. Jurisdiction: Las Vegas, NV