In this lesson, you will learn the court levels, the court structure, what gives the court’s authority, and the types of cases that are heard in each. Federal courts in the U.S. Transcript The federal system of courts is divided into three main units, the U.S. Supreme Court, appeals courts, trial courts, and other courts […]
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In this lesson, you will learn the discovery process, the potential challenges you may face, and the instruments used during the discovery stage. Things to know about the Discovery stage Transcript The discovery stage usually starts when the initial pleading stage ends. Any party can begin discovery. Proceed challenges include determining which discovery documents to
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In this lesson, you will learn the court types, the state court structure, and what gives them authority. You will also learn what types of cases state courts handle. State courts in the U.S. Transcript Like the federal system, state courts are divided into multiple units, the state supreme court, appeals courts, trial courts, and
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In this lesson, you will learn what can be discovered during litigation and what is excluded from the discovery process. You may discover Any information that is reasonably calculated to lead to admissible evidence is deemed discoverable. You may not discover Privileged information or information that isn’t relevant to the case. Transcript Any information reasonably
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In this lesson, you will learn the types of legal sources, and how each compares to the others. You will also have step-by-step tips for using the legal research tool on Courtroom5 with a relatable example. Overview of Legal Sources Transcript There are two main types of legal sources, primary, and secondary. Cases, statutes, rules,
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In this lesson, you will learn what interrogatories and requests for admissions cover, and the strategy behind each as a defendant and a plaintiff in the case. Definitions More Definitions Plaintiff’s strategy at the Discovery stage A plaintiff should successfully ensure all of these factors. Defendant’s strategy at the Discovery stage A defendant should successfully
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In this lesson, you will learn the meaning of primary sources, secondary sources, and how the court views each of them. Understanding legal sources Transcript There are two types of legal sources: primary, and secondary. Cases, statutes, rules and codes are primary sources. Dictionaries, encyclopedias, reports, law reviews, and guides are secondary sources. Statutes, rules,
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In this lesson, you will learn the different instruments used for discovery, and how to use each instrument in your discovery process. Types of Discovery Instruments Transcript Through discovery, evidence is collected using four main instruments. There\’s the request for admissions, a request for production of documents, requests for answers to interrogatories, and depositions. Some
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In this lesson, you will learn how to cite your sources, what websites help with citing, and the different rules for citing each type of legal authority. Proper Use and Citing of Statutes, Codes, and Rules Transcript One of the most tedious jobs of a legal rider is to keep up with sources and pointing
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In this lesson, you will learn how to prepare for discovery and things to look for in your jurisdiction. You will also learn how to use depositions and how to draft interrogatories, a request for production, and a request for admissions. Discovery is successful when the evidence discovered supports a claim or defense or counterclaim,
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