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Defenses In Civil Court
If you find yourself on the wrong end of a civil lawsuit, you need to know the basic defenses available to you. Even if you hire an attorney, a basic understanding of these defenses will help you navigate the system. Attorney Michael Ehline explains what you need to know before your day in court.

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All About Civil Claims 
  1. Michael Ehline
  2. What is 'Volenti Non Fit Injuria' in a civil claim? 
  3. What is 'voluntary assumption of the risk' in a civil claim? 
  4. What is 'contributory negligence' in a civil claim? 
  5. What is a 'civil action'? 
  6. What does it mean to 'settle out of court'? 
  7. What is 'small claims court'? 
  8. Who can start a civil action? 
  9. How do I defend myself if I am sued for nuisance? 
  10. How do I defend myself if I am sued for defamation? 
  11. If a plaintiff is awarded compensation, how is the amount decided? 
  12. Can decisions be appealed in civil claims? 
  13. Can I be held liable for my children's actions? 
  14. How can I protect myself against a civil action? 
Damages In Civil Claims 
  1. Michael Ehline
  2. What are 'nominal damages' in a civil claim? 
  3. What are 'punitive damages' in a civil claim? 
  4. What are 'compensatory damages' in a civil claim? 
  5. What are 'penal damages' in a civil claim? 
  6. What are 'general damages' in a civil claim? 
  7. What are 'special damages' in a civil claim? 
  8. What are 'consequential damages' in a civil claim? 
  9. What are 'liquidated damages' in a civil claim? 
  10. Do most civil claims go to trial to recover damages? 
  11. What is 'pain and suffering' in a civil claim? 
  12. What is 'subrogation' in a civil claim? 
  13. What does 'preponderance of the evidence' mean in a civil claim? 
  14. How does a prior injury affect the value of my claim? 
  15. What is included in a bodily injury claim settlement? 

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