Settlement Process
| STEPS OF A LAWSUIT | ||||
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| Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 |
| Plaintiff files COMPLAINT and SUMMONS | Defendant files ANSWER | Fact finding occurs through DISCOVERY | Any and All MOTIONS | Possible JUDGMENT, MEDIATION or SETTLEMENT is entered. |
| Common Motions | A TRIAL may occur when settlement is not reached. | |||
| A settlement is an amicable decision reached by both parties in the case. A settlement agreement can occur via negotiations with each party, or through a formal mediation session with a mediator. A settlement agreement is typically signed by each party stating that each party agrees to the terms decided. This will become binding by the court in lieu of a judgment. Settlements are often encouraged as puts an end to the litigation and saves money in comparison to an expensive trial. At Northwest, we serve as registered agents for service of process in any State for our clients to help you keep your lawsuit complaint more private. As your agent, your complaint will come to us instead of you, and we then upload the full scan of the complaint into your online account immediately. No more nasty visits to your workplace or home. You can view more about our services for whatever state you're in below. |
How to File
How to Defend
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