A client's guide to litigation : understanding the litigation process

Record Type:

Record Type: Book Book

KN352.R62 2005

2005

c2005.

Roberts, David

Canadian Bar Association. British Columbia Branch.

Preface -- Lawyer/client relationship -- Avoiding litigation -- When litigation starts -- Fees -- The court structure -- Class actions -- Teams of lawyers and clients -- Pleadings -- Injunctions -- Time limits -- Discovery of documents -- Examination...Preface -- Lawyer/client relationship -- Avoiding litigation -- When litigation starts -- Fees -- The court structure -- Class actions -- Teams of lawyers and clients -- Pleadings -- Injunctions -- Time limits -- Discovery of documents -- Examination for discovery -- Chambers' applications -- Examination of witnesses before trial -- Publicity and discussing the case with others -- Employees as witnesses -- Expert witnesses and litigation support services -- Videotaped and demonstrative evidence -- Setting the action for trial -- The trial process -- Costs -- Appeals -- How to help your lawyer -- Communication -- Alternate dispute resolution -- Settlement -- The right to a second opinion and how to change lawyers -- Glossary and index.  + Read More– Read Less

Includes index.