Stages of a Case

This section contains information on the phases of an injury or accident legal case. To begin, select an item from the list below or from the "Browse" box on the left.

• [First Steps] Meeting with an Attorney

1. Starting the Case: Initial Court Papers
2. Fact-Finding and Discovery
3. Resolution Before Trial: Court Motions
4. Resolution Before Trial: Settlement
5. What Happens at Trial?
6. After a Judgment: Collecting Money
7. Appealing a Court Decision or Judgment