Here is an overview of the steps involved in filing a lawsuit related to car accident injuries:
The Plaintiff files a complaint with a detailed narrative of the events, the damages you are claiming, and the legal basis for the lawsuit.
The Defendant will be served the complaint. After you file with the court, you must inform the defendant that you have sued them. This process must follow strict guidelines to ensure that the document is properly served and recognized by the court.
The Defendant files an answer to your complaint, which could either be admission or denial.
Once the complaint and answer have been filed in court, both parties will coordinate with one another to produce documents, answer questions, or undergo depositions. This process is called discovery.
Once discovery is completed, both parties will present their arguments to a judge or jury. After all pieces of evidence and witnesses have been thoroughly examined, the judge or jury will deliberate and issue a verdict.