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Civil litigation is when two or more parties become embroiled in a noncriminal legal dispute. The case is presented at a trial where plaintiffs seek compensation, equitable relief, or other damages from the defendants. When you need strong representation in a litigated conflict in Pennsylvania, contact the skilled attorneys at Rick Law.
Important Differences Between Civil And Criminal Attorneys
The standard of proof is less stringent in civil proceedings as opposed to criminal proceedings. Attorneys in civil cases must meet a preponderance of the evidence standard, simply presenting more convincing evidence to a judge or jury than the opposing party. They serve as their client’s advocates, obligated to fight for them to achieve the best possible outcome. Litigation attorneys often represent their clients across a variety of associated proceedings, including pretrial hearings and depositions, as well as arbitration and mediation.
The Qualities Of An Effective Litigator
An attorney who handles civil litigation is known as a “litigator” or a litigation attorney, or trial attorney. Great civil litigators assume oppositional positions, embracing both conflict and controversy. A great litigator has knowledge of substantive and procedural law, strong written and oral advocacy skills, analytical and logical reasoning abilities and the ability to synthesize complex legal and factual materials. They also must have great interpersonal skills and a strong ability to perform legal research. Most importantly, they need to have strong negotiation skills. A litigator must know when the right time to try a case as well as the right time to settle a case.
An Overview Of The Litigation Process
Civil litigation involves many steps. Before filing a lawsuit, an attorney must investigate the facts to determine if there is a “winnable” case. After filing the lawsuit, attorneys conduct discovery as part of pretrial proceedings, sometimes even including depositions of witnesses or opposing parties. Discovery can be very costly but serves an important position in the litigation case. Sometimes, litigation matters can’t be settled for various reasons and trials must occur. If either party is unhappy with the decision of the trial court, a civil litigation attorney can file an appeal. Some civil litigation matters can be settled quickly, while others take several years before going to trial and then several more years while on appeal.
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Florida Workers' Compensation Benefits-What You're Entitled To
Medical Care
Treatment, rehab, prescriptions, and necessary procedures.
Wage Replacement
Payments for time you can't work due to injury.
Disability Benefits
For partial, total, or permanent disabilities caused by work.
Death Benefits
For families who lost a loved one on the job-covering funeral costs and lost support.
Protection From Retaliation
Florida law (Stat. §440.205) makes it illegal for your employer to punish you for filing a claim.
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To discover how our attorneys will vigorously advocate for your interests in and out of the courtroom, contact our office in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, to schedule a free initial consultation. You can reach out online or call 610-850-9036.