Civil Procedure

4 terms

How civil cases move through court — pleadings, motions, discovery, judgments, and appeals.

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Class Action
A lawsuit where one person or group sues on behalf of many people with similar claims.
Deposition
A formal out-of-court questioning of a witness or party under oath, with a transcript recorded.
Discovery
The legal process where parties exchange information and evidence before trial.
Subpoena
A court order requiring someone to testify in court or produce documents or evidence.