Law 101- How a Lawsuit Works

Have you ever wondered how a lawsuit works? You’ll find out today!

It all starts with the complaint.

Then you can either answer or move to dismiss.

Next comes discovery the longest and most resource intensive part of the lawsuit.

After that come motions for summary judgment.

Then all the pretrial stuff including motions in limine.

If you get that far, then comes trial (very few cases actually get here).