Before You File Your Case

Before you file a case in court, there are 3 main questions you need to answer. You need to figure out exactly who you are suing or taking to court. You need to figure out where to file your case. And you need to make sure you can actually file your case.  You should also consider whether you have other options besides going to court to resolve your dispute.  This section helps you answer these questions and prepare to file your case in court.


Filing a lawsuit


Where to file a case


Statute of limitations



Resolving your case out of court