Quiet title claims are legal actions used to resolve disputes over the ownership or interest in real property. These claims seek a court determination regarding the rights of the parties so that uncertainty surrounding title to the property can be…

Abuse of process claims involve allegations that legal procedures were used for an improper purpose rather than to resolve a legitimate dispute. Unlike claims that challenge whether a lawsuit should have been filed in the first place, abuse of process…

Disputes involving noise, odors, smoke, vibrations, flooding, or other ongoing interferences can sometimes lead to nuisance claims in civil court. These cases generally focus on whether a person’s use of property has unlawfully interfered with another person’s ability to use…

A breach of fiduciary duty claim arises when one party alleges that another violated a legal obligation that exists because of a relationship of trust and confidence. These claims often arise in business disputes, trust and estate matters, corporate governance,…

Contracts form the basis of countless personal and business relationships, but disagreements can arise when one party believes the other has failed to fulfill their obligations. When a breach of contract claim reaches court, judges do not simply decide who…

Arbitration agreements are common in employment contracts, consumer agreements, business relationships, and many other legal settings. When a dispute arises, one party may ask the court to enforce an arbitration provision instead of allowing the case to proceed through litigation.…

Settlement agreements resolve countless civil disputes without the need for a trial. Once parties reach an agreement, courts may be asked to enforce its terms if one side later refuses to comply or disputes what was agreed upon. Whether enforcement…

Depositions are an important part of the discovery process in civil litigation, allowing parties to gather sworn testimony before trial. When a business or other organization is involved in a lawsuit, the process differs from taking the deposition of an…

In some civil lawsuits, a party’s physical condition may become an important issue in the case. When that occurs, one side may ask the court to require a physical examination as part of the discovery process. These requests are governed…

Pleadings serve as the foundation of a civil lawsuit by setting forth the claims, defenses, and legal issues that the parties intend to litigate. Because these filings shape the direction of a case, courts expect them to accurately reflect a…