Miscellaneous

How can I file a lawsuit for free?

How can I file a lawsuit for free?

Except for when you sue a government agency, you almost always have at least one year from the date of harm to file a lawsuit, no matter what type of claim you have or which state you live in. In short, you should have no statute of limitations worries if you sue within this one-year period.

What are grounds to sue?

There are any number of reasons to file a civil lawsuit. Maybe you've lost money, had your property damaged, or suffered a physical injury because of someone else's actions. Perhaps your losses are significant, and you're feeling a profound desire to right a wrong.

Is filing a lawsuit the same as suing?

To file a lawsuit in court, you have to be someone directly affected by the legal dispute you are suing about. In legal terms, this is called having “standing” to file the lawsuit. For example, in a case for personal injury, you have to be the one to have actually suffered the injury in the accident.

What kind of lawyer do you need to sue a company?

You need a lawyer who is a civil litigator. If you are suing over any kind of business dispute, find a lawyer with experience in contracts and company law. If you are suing for a personal injury or damage to your reputation you need a lawyer with experience in those areas.

What can you file a civil suit for?

So, a civil lawsuit can be brought over a contract dispute, a residential eviction after a broken lease, injuries sustained in a car accident, or countless other harms or disputes.