Civil litigation

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Kerley, Peggy N. (Author), Hames, Joanne Banker (Author), Sukys, Paul A. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Delmar , c2009
Edition:5nd ed
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • 1. Ligitation and the paralegal
  • 2. The courts and jurisdiction
  • 3. Preliminary considerations and procedures
  • 4. Investigation and evidence
  • 5. The complaint
  • 6. Responses to the complaint
  • 7. Motion practice
  • 8. Overview of the discovery process
  • 9. Depositions
  • 10. Interrogatories
  • 11. Physical and mental examinations
  • 12. Request for documents
  • 13. Request for admission
  • 14. Settlements, dismissals and alternative dispute resolution
  • 15. Trial techniques
  • 16. Posttrial practice