The American justice system separates criminal law from civil legal actions. It may surprise you to know that this is not true in all of the rest of the world. The American Bar Association explains that there are parts of the world where a single court case can...
civil litigation
Federal rules on the qualifications of an expert witness
Sometimes, the facts in a case are technical or specialized and the lay person does not understand. If the judge or jury needs to have the facts explained by a professional, then either party may call in an expert witness to provide the information. However, the...
How can I be effective when testifying in court?
You may do more than offer a deposition in an upcoming civil case. You might have to take the stand yourself as a plaintiff or as an expert witness. If this is your first time testifying in a civil case, you may wonder how you can calm your anxieties about taking the...
Pursuing a legal action in response to a negative online review
Kentucky business owners have a right to protect their reputation from false or defamatory reviews posted online by unsatisfied or disgruntled customers. As reported by CNBC.com, nearly 86% of customers in the U.S. read online reviews about a business before deciding...
When can you appeal a civil lawsuit ruling in Kentucky?
If you recently lost a civil case in Kentucky, you may be considering recourse. As the American Bar Association explains, in civil suits, either the defendant or the plaintiff may seek an appeal in most cases. But many litigants misunderstand the appeals process and...
Responsible social media use during civil litigation
Innovations such as social media have changed the way that you communicate with others. While it offers many advantages, social media use can also have unforeseen consequences, especially if you have a civil lawsuit pending. Whether you are suing a negligent party in...
What is the importance of digital files in a litigation case?
You may assume that your digital footprint gets obscured forever when you delete files off your work computer, but in a civil litigation case, it is often the opposite. The court can request files in the process of discovery, so it is best to know exactly how you...
What types of cases does civil litigation encompass?
Civil litigation refers to lawsuits that you, the plaintiff, file against other people, the defendants, for the purpose of recovering money damages for an injury you suffered as the result of their alleged negligence or wrongdoing. FindLaw explains that no one goes...
What happens in a civil trial?
If you face a civil lawsuit, the chances are good that you will settle the case before it ever goes to trial. However, there is always a chance that you will go to trial so that you may plead your case and get the court to rule on it instead of just agreeing through a...
How does the civil court system work?
The legal system in the U.S. has two parts. There is a criminal part and the civil part. You probably understand the criminal justice system because it handles crimes, including misdemeanors and felonies. Things such as a traffic ticket also fall into the Kentucky...
