How Is A Fair/Unbiased Hearing Limited (civil) Flashcards
1
Q
Pleadings stage
A
Unrepresented litigants are not on equal footing
2
Q
Discovery process
A
Long and complex. Disadvantaged without legal representation
3
Q
Directions hearings
A
More experienced legal representative will argue their case better
4
Q
Mediation
A
People without legal representation may feel intimidated
5
Q
Costs
A
Civil procedures are expensive. May dissuade someone from pursuing a resolution
6
Q
Different cultural backgrounds
A
Different cultures may be confused by the legal process
7
Q
Inconsistency in damages
A
When jury decides damages, there may be inconsistencies
