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Lawsuit Filing
Lawsuit filing is the formal process of starting a civil lawsuit by submitting a legal document called a complaint to a court. This complaint outlines the plaintiff’s allegations against the defendant, describing what the defendant did or failed to do that caused harm, and the legal grounds for holding the defendant responsible. Filing the complaint officially initiates the lawsuit and requires the plaintiff to pay a filing fee or request a fee waiver if unable to pay.
After the complaint is filed, a copy must be served to the defendant to notify them of the lawsuit. The defendant then has a specified time to file an answer, responding to the allegations and possibly raising counterclaims. This exchange of pleadings defines the issues the court will resolve.
In summary, lawsuit filing is the critical first step in civil litigation where the plaintiff formally presents their case to the court, triggering the legal process that may include discovery, motions, trial, and potentially appeals.