San Francisco Injury Lawyer Blog

There are many intricacies to the lawsuit process that many who are not in the legal field would not know about. Many may think that a lawsuit is a lot like what happens on television, and that it is quick and the majority of it takes place in a trial. However, this is a common misperception. For the majority of civil lawsuit (in which two individuals sue each other, other companies, the state or the federal government), they are settled outside of court and often times the parties do not even step foot into the courtroom. If you want to obtain damages for your injuries, or are in the process of filing a lawsuit without the aid of an experienced attorney, you should call the attorneys at Greenberg & Rudman LLP right away. We can be reached at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free consultation.

Once a lawsuit has been filed, the attorneys and parties on both sides get ready for the discovery process. Discovery refers to the exchanging of documents and information that one side may have access to, and the other does not. Discovery can be accomplished through requests for interrogatories, production of documents, among others, but it usually begins with a form interrogatory in which there is a set list of questions that are the same for most lawsuits. From there, the parties can determine exactly what other information they might need. The discovery process is to eliminate any animosity in the court process and to provide a fair trial for both parties. There are specific rules about discovery that experienced attorneys may be able to warn you about. For example, once a lawsuit has been filed, it is illegal for either of the parties to destroy documentation that is related to the lawsuit purposely. So, if a doctor is being sued for malpractice and he has a file of documents regarding the victim’s surgery, and he destroys it, then the doctor could be held in contempt of court, and may have to pay the other side’s fees.

To make sure that you have effectively filed a lawsuit, and also to be sure that you are abiding by all of the laws, you should contact a knowledgeable attorney about your case. Greenberg & Rudman LLP has over 50 years of experience, and has won over $150 million in settlements and verdicts. We advance all costs and expenses related to your case and we do not recoup these costs unless we recover money for you. Call us now at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) for a free and confidential consultation. Check out our website, www.alawpro.com to read profiles on our attorneys and the different areas of law that we practice.