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Litigation

The process of resolving disputes through the court system, including filing lawsuits, discovery, and trial.

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Detailed Explanation

Litigation follows a structured process: complaint filing, answer, discovery, motions, trial, and potentially appeal. The process typically takes 1-3 years for civil cases. Costs include attorney fees, filing fees ($200-$500), expert witness fees ($2,000-$50,000+), deposition costs, and trial expenses. Most litigation settles before trial.

Related Terms

Settlement

An agreement to resolve a legal dispute without going to trial, where the defendant pays the plaintiff an agreed amount.

Discovery

The pre-trial process where both sides exchange information, documents, and evidence relevant to the case.

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