We explain what usually happens after someone files a petition or complaint, the most common motions that are filed, the discovery process, and what to do if the other party doesn’t comply with your discovery demand.
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We explain what usually happens after someone files a petition or complaint, the most common motions that are filed, the discovery process, and what to do if the other party doesn’t comply with your discovery demand.
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