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      • Elder Care and Nursing Home Neglect
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Steps to Winning Cases

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To win a civil lawsuit case, there are many steps lawyers and plaintiffs have to go through. In essence, the one thing a lawyer needs to win a case is to prove “preponderance of evidence” that supports your complaints. To effectively do this, an experienced lawyer will help you understand the pre-trial procedures, gather all the evidence, hire related experts, and best prepare your case for a successful outcome. At LJW Legal, our attorneys are with you every step of the way, and you can trust they’ll work tirelessly to achieve the greatest possible outcome for your case.

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Why You Need Civil Lawsuit Lawyers

First of all, you have to make sure you’re choosing the right lawyer for your case. Civil lawsuits can often be complicated and require attorneys with the knowledge to proceed through the legal processes to win your case. At LJW Legal, during your complimentary consultation, we make sure you’re paired with the right attorney for your case.

Even if you believe you can file the complaint form on your own, working alongside an attorney, who will guide you through the process, work with you to get ready for pre-trial appearances and help you understand the discovery stage, is imperative. As you get ready to meet with your potential attorney, make sure to:

  • Bring any documents relevant to your case
  • Ask for an explanation of all the fees and cost associated
  • Ask about their experience with these type of lawsuits
  • Be open about all the facts relevant to your case
  • Choose an attorney that can answer all of your questions

How to File a Lawsuit

Civil lawsuits follow different timelines based on the type of lawsuit in question. There are countless ways you could find yourself in court, and the process to file a car accident lawsuit, versus a torts claim suit can be very different. However, in essence, every lawsuit will follow a similar timeline to the one outlined below.

File a Complaint

Once you’ve found a lawyer, the plaintiff (you) will file a complaint and summons with the local county court. The complaint explains the reasons why the plaintiff is suing the defendant and outlines what it wants in return. The summons tells the defendant that a lawsuit has been filed against them and when a response must be made.

Wait for an Answer

Usually, the defendant has about 20 to 30 days to answer the complaint. Here, the defendant often explains their defense in response to the claim. If the defendant fails to file an answer under the deadline set, the court will enter a default judgment in favor of the plaintiff. This means you win automatically, without having to prove the defendant did anything wrong.

The defendant can still go to court and ask for the default judgment to be “set aside” so that the lawsuit can proceed.

The Discovery Stage

Once the lawsuit is officially filed, both parties start the discovery process to gather information about the case. This is a critical stage as both parties are seeking every possible bit of information related to the lawsuit. In most cases lawyers from both parties resort to:

Interrogatories: written questions that must be answered under oath

Deposition: in-person, but out-of-court sessions where one party answers questions, also under oath, and the interview is recorded in transcripts or video

Request for production: both parties exchange documents related to the dispute

Motions

At the same time, while the discovery process is happening, parties usually go before the judge to ask for more evidence. In this case, a motion to get a subpoena of a crucial witness, or any motions that will offer one party some relief.

Some lawsuits end at this point, as both parties can reach an agreement and reach a resolution to the lawsuit.

Go to Trial

If the parties can’t settle, then the lawsuit moves on to trial. Usually, a trial is set before a jury, that will determine the verdict. A trial can also be before a single judge, which is also called a bench trial. Trials can go in many directions, but the usual process goes like this:

  • The jury is selected
  • Each party offers an opening statement to explain their side of the case
  • Each side presents their evidence and calls its witnesses to testify
  • Each side makes a closing argument in a last effort to convince the judge or jury
  • In a jury trial, the judge gives instructions regarding the applicable law and evidence that the jury must consider
  • Then the jury holds deliberations to reach a verdict
  • In a bench trial, the judge reaches a verdict

Judgment

Once the trial ends, the judgment is, in fact, the court’s official announcement of the decision. It also states what relief, if any, the plaintiff is given, which often comes in the form of a specific dollar amount.

Average Length of the Process

Civil lawsuits are often lengthy, and these are set to trial a year or 18 months after being filed. While most people think this is too long, in reality, it’s the average length of the process.

  • For example, once the lawsuit is filed, the opposing party has up to 30 days to answer the complaint.
  • The discovery process takes between 20 to 30 days to answer and produce the documents they’ll want to obtain during this stage. However, the judge can give both parties up to 6 months to complete this process.
  • Depositions take between 2 to 4 months to complete.
  • About 90% of civil lawsuits go to trial. This process can take anywhere from a few hours to several weeks, depending on the issues being litigated.
  • Finally, after the verdict is given, the losing party can choose to appeal to a higher court. This means the entire process can start again, setting you back another year or so.

Steps to Winning Your Case

To win your case, the lawyers at LJW Legal know exactly what needs to happen. From the first interaction with your lawyer to the extensive research process during the discovery stage, working alongside the right attorney will make all the difference.

Step 1: Find the Right Lawyer

See how we don’t say, “find a lawyer.” At LJ law, we pair our clients with the right attorney based on previous experience, the type of lawsuit, and their expertise. Once you find the right lawyer for your case, you’ll instantly have an advantage the other party won’t.

Step 2: Participate in Pre-Trial Preparations

As we previously said, 90% of civil lawsuits end up in a trial court. Make sure to attend all scheduled meetings with your attorney. These are there to discuss your case more deeply and prepare you for depositions and trial pleadings.

Step 3: Assist During the Discovery Stage

Once your case enters the discovery stage, your attorney will probably meet with you to discuss and answer any written questions you receive from the other party. Your attorneys will also be part of many of these meetings, so they can assist you with responses or let the other party know when their questions are out of range.

Step 4: Be Ready for Trial

All of the previous steps were all necessary to help you be ready for trial. Once everything has been set and done, it’s now up to your attorney to help you win this case. Everything you’ve both done together will serve to reach the best possible outcome from your case. You also need to be prepared for a trial and be ready to testify, if needed. Remember, your attorney will work with you before the trial to make sure you feel prepared and confident.

Keep in Mind

If you or someone you know has been a victim of a crime and deserves to seek out compensation for the damages, a civil lawsuit might be the way to obtain the compensation you deserve. Don’t be afraid to reach out to an attorney to discuss your complaint. At LJW Legal, you can schedule a complimentary and confidential case evaluation session to go over the points of your complaint and see if filing a civil lawsuit is your best option.

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arletty fernandezarletty fernandez
21:24 13 Nov 22
Ryan and Helen were very thorough and diligent with my case. This was my first time having to hire for this type of service and am honestly thrilled to have been referred to such a diligent, efficient and caring team. They made sure to stay in touch and keep me updated all throughout my case. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Thank you all for your excellent care.
Florane FleurinorFlorane Fleurinor
14:52 03 Oct 22
Very good, professional and responsible lawyer. His office was in contact with me every time they had new information. Step by step Mr. Alex Jean would explain to me what is going on with my case. I didn’t have to wait for years for results. So far from what I hear from other people about their cases Mr. Alex Jean is the best. And I will reference my family and friends you and thank you so much
alexis Johnsonalexis Johnson
20:35 13 Sep 22
Ryan Wechsler is by far one of the best lawyers around. He gave me the assurance that everything was going to be okay. He is a very professional, respectful, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and an honest lawyer. His entire team (Daniela & Helen) was amazing. Very pleasant and kept me up to date every step of the way during my case. Ryan fought hard for me! I’m very thankful for all of his hard work and everyone at Long, Jean & Wechsler. If you’re ever in need of a great legal team give them a call.
Saif PowerSaif Power
14:59 30 Aug 22
Lyle was a pleasure to work with, he delivered on his promises. He was very prompt with his responses and very helpful when we first touched base. I’d definitely take him again on any relevant case.
Luiz CentLuiz Cent
02:15 13 Jul 22
I hired Alex Jean for a personal injury case and little did I know I was going to get world class treatment.I was referred to the best Chiropractors in Miami and then when I moved to St.Pete the LJW team had great connections there too.My Tesla is as good as new, my back is recovering and not to mention the settlement from the insurance. If I didn’t hire them I’d still be trying to recover money from insurance to fix my car.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you need a personal injury attorney I 100% recommend Alex Jean and the team at LJW.
Princess Maryam Abdul-AkbarPrincess Maryam Abdul-Akbar
16:29 07 Jul 22
Ryan Wechsler is an excellent attorney. He worked tirelessly on my case, which was a difficult one to begin with. When other attorneys were given me issues to take my case, he was the only one that was reassuring and determine to seek justice for me. I completely trusted his counsel. Had it not been for Mr. Wechsler I would have accumulated a lot of debt. I am forever grateful that he accepted my case.
Angelina AkkadAngelina Akkad
12:47 30 Jun 22
Ryan and the team are absolute rock stars! I got a recommendation from a good friend to use them, and I was not disappointed. They solved my issue with one strong letter and avoided a bad situation and lots of time and $$$ saved. I will definitely be using them again if the need ever arises.
Micheca AristildeMicheca Aristilde
19:46 08 Jun 22
Very good firm. I had an unusual case. A crane dropped on my car the week of Christmas. Considering the fact my accident occurred during the holiday season, Lyle and his paralegal, Helen, ensured that I received treatment the same day, got a rental, and even settled my case in less than 6 months.They were extremely polite, communicative, and on top of everything. I highly recommend reaching out to them for great legal representation.
GatorGator
19:20 08 Jun 22
Worked with Ryan and he helped me navigate the process of our law suit. Was in great communication throughout the process. 5 stars
Patrícia OsorioPatrícia Osorio
02:16 08 Jun 22
We had a great experience with Lyle and their team. The communication worked great, they had the patience to explain all the details to us and were responsive to our questions. We got a great settlement.
Perry CrawfordPerry Crawford
18:55 15 Apr 22
Lyle and his law group conducted themselves professionally and were very caring and concerned about my injury. My recovery was foremost on their minds.He fought for me relentlessly and got me what I truly deserved. His confidence and tenacity won the case decisively.Thanks Lyle.
Andrea ChlimperAndrea Chlimper
17:18 15 Apr 22
I highly recommend Lyle Long and his firm. Additional to a very very good settlement amount, Lyle and his staff were a pleasure to work with. Lyle walked me through the entire process from the moment I contacted him regarding my automobile accident. They were excellent with communication, returning my calls/emails and keeping me informed with updates and progress. Unfortunately, this is my 2nd time hiring his firm. My first experience was that positive that I never thought about hiring another firm to handle my legal matter.
TT
20:04 28 Mar 22
I highly recommend using this law firm. They’re super friendly, super helpful and very very professional. They had everything under control and dotted all the i’s and crossed all the t’s. I couldn’t be more happy with there service!!!
Viral-_-buildzViral-_-buildz
18:44 01 Feb 22
I got Into an accident 8/13/2021. A friend of mine told me to contact Ryan, I reached out to him the day after my accident ( which happened to be a weekend day ) and he immediately got right on the case. He was very helpful and I was literally able to reach out to him by phone or text any day and any time. He is always available. He set me up for all of my medical treatment and made sure I understood the whole entire process. He’s a great lawyer and is really on your side. My case was resolved in 4 months and my settlement was way more than I expected. I couldn’t be more thankful for him and his staff. They are excellent.Thank you Ryan,Latia J
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