BUS 221 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Interrogatories, Summary Judgment, Expert Witness
17 Sep 2018
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Involves the ling of the pleadings, the gathering of evidence, and possible jury selection or pretrial conferences. The pleadings inform each party of the other"s claims, reveal the facts, and specify the issues involved in the case. Jurisdiction- facts showing that the particular court has subject matter and personal jurisdiction. Legal theory- the facts establishing the plainti "s claim and basis for relief. Remedy- the remedy such as amount of damages the plainti is seeking. Before the court can exercise personal jurisdiction there must be proof that the defendant was noti ed of the lawsuit. Summons: copy of the complaint and a notice requiring the defendant to appear in court and answer the complaint. A default judgement will be made in the plainti s favor if the defendant does not answer within a speci ed time period. In a defendant"s response they will answer. Under federal law any allegation which is not denied is admitted.
