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In the United States, over 16 million civil suits take place every year. That is a lot of litigation, and that is not even counting the number of cases that go through criminal court. Many people find themselves in a court of law sooner or later, often without any wrong doing being committed. Sometimes people find it necessary to sue people, corporations, or the government, while at other times they instead have to defend themselves against such allegations. If you are likely to become involved in a court case, what are some things you can keep in mind?

First, there are many attorney offices and websites that offer free litigation advice to individuals who need it. This is an offer you should take advantage of, since it will give you a guiding direction for your case, at no cost to you. Double check the clauses of any litigation advice agreement you sign, since some websites can be sneaking and enclose surcharges or automatic subscriptions.

Most no cost litigation advice, however, is legitimate, since the point of it is to give you sound advice on your legal situation so that you might be encouraged to allow that law firm to hire your case. Law offices want you to use their litigation advice for free, so your best bet is to come prepared with a clear list of questions, some basic research so that you can get the most out of your free litigation advice.

Second, be careful of how you discuss your case in public. In the recent past, owing to the advent of social media tools, many people have jeopardized their own cases by discussing them in public. Often what you write or say out loud in a public place can be used in a lawsuit against you. It is normal, for example, to feel guilt over something even if it is not your fault. Saying so out loud, however, can be seen as an admissible statement of legal guilt. It is best in cases like these to reserve your sympathies for after the trial.

Third, make sure you choose an attorney who specializes in your area of law, even if a very general attorney might be cheaper. Some cases are easy for most lawyers to handle, but others, such as immigration law, are very dependent on understanding a constantly updating policy system as well as the local courts. For some cases your best bet for having a good outcome is hiring an attorney who specializes in that field.