Chapter § 2.01 Introduction

• Jurisdiction: United States
• Publication year: 2020

§ 2.01 Introduction

While initiating a lawsuit is easy, developing a winning strategy is not. A successful strategy must begin with proper case selection and pre-suit investigation, understanding that the plaintiff has the burden of proof. Once the suit is initiated, trial attorneys must aggressively pursue facts in discovery that support their theories of the case and mitigate any perceived weaknesses. And, during the course of litigation, these lawyers must monitor evolving trends in jury verdicts...