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It depends on the individual case, but in state courts in Georgia, cases generally take approximately a year between the time the suit is filed and trial. The time period from filing of a lawsuit to trial in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia may be shorter.

There is no clear answer to this question. And depending on the cause of action, the parties may not have a choice. There are many factors that need to be considered. For example, federal courts only hear cases based on federal law or cases between citizens of different states. They may hear related claims arising under state law as well. Conventional wisdom states that litigating in state court is cheaper and faster than litigating in federal court. But that is not always the case.

Alternative dispute resolution has become increasingly popular in recent years due to the expense and the rising numbers of cases in state and federal courts. Mediation is essentially a controlled negotiation where the parties present their respective cases and attempt to arrive at a mutual solution with the help of an impartial mediator. Arbitration is similar to a trial where each party presents witnesses and evidence to an arbitrator (or a panel of impartial arbitrators) who ultimately renders a binding decision.

Once served with a lawsuit, it is important to consult an experienced litigation attorney immediately. Defendants must file a response to a lawsuit, and the manner in which they respond can have a significant and continuing impact on the case. Moreover, there is a limited time to respond, and failing to do so within the prescribed time limits can lead to a default judgment against the defendant.

Yes, they will! By law, all actions against a debtor must cease once the bankruptcy documents are filed. Creditors cannot initiate or continue any lawsuits, wage garnishees, or even telephone calls demanding payments. Secured creditors such as banks holding, for example, a lien on a car, will get the stay lifted if you cannot make payments.