Once you have met with several Oregon accident lawyers and selected to one most capable of handling your case, it is good to have an understanding of the process. Your attorney should explain these in more detail.
After a thorough meeting with you attorney in which he or she will ask an abundance of questions, the initial court papers are filed. The fact-finding and discovery phase, which includes written discovery, document production and preposition, is a methodical process to reveal all pertinent facts in a case. Resolutions before a trial may occur through court motions to dismiss the case, or both parties reaching a settlement. If the case goes to trial, a judgment is rendered and you will have a right to collect the award. Both parties have a right to appeal a decision or judgment.