Choosing to pursue litigation may be the best option if you aren’t able to negotiate a fair settlement with the other parties involved in a claim. Usually, an extensive amount of time, research and resources are needed to effectively present a case at trial. A skilled Decatur personal injury attorney knows how to handle the various aspects of litigation such as depositions, drafting motions, hiring experts and creating trial exhibits.
Depositions are an integral part of the discovery process. Before the trial starts, a witness who is deposed gives sworn testimony outside of court. The attorney asking the questions is trying to gather information from the witness that could be pertinent to the case. The Decatur personal injury attorney is responsible for scheduling the depositions, deciding which witnesses to depose, and makes sure his clients are adequately prepared for their depositions with the opposing lawyer.
Litigating a case also requires that the appropriate motions are drafted and filed with the court. Attorneys submit motions to the court when they want the judge to make a decision regarding a particular legal issue. Motions are commonly filed to initiate a lawsuit, determine the admissibility of evidence, reschedule the date of a legal proceeding or appeal the court’s decision. Civil procedure rules state the type of information that must be included in the motion, the specific deadlines for filing and responding to motions and instructions regarding service of process.
If you or a loved one has been injured, a Decatur personal injury attorney can evaluate your situation and legal options. McCarthy Rowden & Baker give clients the personal attention they need and aggressively fights for their rights. Call us today at 800-373-6050 to schedule a confidential consultation.
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