The Legal Process

Want to know what to expect once a lawsuit is filed?

Of course, no two lawsuits are the same.  Nobody can say exactly how your lawsuit will unfold, but the general process is similar for most cases.

If you have been injured and want to make a claim for damages, your employer must be notified and a lawsuit must be filed to start the process.  After the lawsuit is filed, the fact finding or discovery process begins.  Once discovery is substantially complete, most cases will be referred to an alternative dispute resolution forum such as mediation.  Your case may settle in mediation. If your case does not settle at mediation, then your case may go to trial.

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