What Is Civil Litigation And How Does It Works?

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According to the last reported statistics of 2021, there were over 600,000 civil litigation cases in Canadian courts. While this number may seem enormous, the truth is that the number of litigation cases proceeding to civil courts has reduced by more than 20 percent in recent years.

This is because many people are now more aware of how civil litigation works and prefer to hire litigation lawyers to reach a settlement without a court trial. If you have a dispute with someone and want to legally pursue the matter, this is the blog for you to read.

What is Civil Litigation?

Also known as a suit or action, civil litigation cases revolve around disputes between two individuals. From boundary disputes between two neighbors to a malpractice dispute between a patient and doctor, civil litigation cases are of many types and require an agreement that works for both parties. In many cases, parties involved in civil litigation opt for an out of court settlement.

Types of Civil Litigation Cases

Here are some types of civil litigation disputes:

  1. Divorce Related Lawsuits
  2. Personal InjuryClaims
  3. Property Disputes
  4. Landlord and Tenant Disputes
  5. Intellectual Property Disputes

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How Civil Litigation Works?

If you have a dispute with someone and want to legally pursue the matter, here are the steps involved.

Hire A Civil Litigation Lawyer

The first step for civil litigation is to hire a litigation lawyer. A lawyer will gather evidence with the help of a private investigator, file pleadings (complaints) in court, negotiate on your behalf, and help you reach a desirable outcome.

Opt for In-Court or Out-of-Court Settlement

Many people choose not to go to court trials in civil litigation cases; however, some cases end up in court for a judge to decide the outcome. In some types of civil litigation cases, one has to consider the statute of limitations for filing a court case.

Pleading, Negotiations, and Appeals

If you choose to go to court, you and the other party will file pleadings (complaints and answers). After hearing the sides and arguments of both parties, the judge or jury then determines the result. If you wish, you can file an appeal against the decision too.

Hire Civil Litigation Lawyers in Toronto

Now that you know how civil litigation works, get in touch with us at Nanda and Associate Lawyers. In addition to civil litigation, we also have estate litigation, family lawyers, and criminal lawyers. Book a consultation with us for your legal matters today.

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