- Discovery
- The exchange of information and documents between the sides after a lawsuit is filed.
- Deposition
- Sworn testimony taken outside court, with a court reporter, during a lawsuit.
- Mediation
- A meeting with a neutral mediator to try to settle the case.
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit; two years for most Georgia injury claims.
- Ante litem notice
- A written notice that must be sent to a city, county or the State before suing it, within strict deadlines.
- Punitive damages
- Damages meant to punish willful or reckless conduct, usually capped, with exceptions.
- Settlement statement
- A written breakdown of the recovery, fees, costs and liens before money is paid out.
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