Civil Cases – Suing and Being Sued

1. What is a civil case?
2. Who can help me with my civil case? How can I get a lawyer? When am I required to have a lawyer?
3. Things to consider before deciding whether to sue
4. Alternatives to suing
1. Mediation
2. Arbitration
5. An overview of laws, rules and forms in civil cases
6. Steps in a civil action
1. Overview of a civil action
2. Bringing a claim
3. Defending a claim
4. Discovery
5. Setting an action down for trial
6. The pre-trial
7. The trial
7. Particular proceedings
   1. Simplified procedure under Rule 76
   2. Civil case management under Rule 77
   3. Mandatory mediation under Rules 24.1 and 75.1
   4. Civil case management under Rule 78 (Toronto)
8. Obtaining copies of a judgment
9. Searching for court files

Related Links:

• Court locations and contact information
• Court fees & fee waiver
• Pre and post judgment interest rates

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