Appeals and post-trial motions Cases

The Standard of Review: Why Most Appeals Fail, Appeals and post-trial motions

When a losing party says “I’ll appeal,“ they usually imagine a second chance to argue the facts, re-examine witnesses, and convince a higher court...

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Why Appeals Fail: The Mistake Most People Make, Appeals and post-trial motions

Most people think an appeal is a second chance to win their case. It is not. An appeal is a review of a trial to see if the judge made a legal...

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The Standard of Review on Appeal: Why It Matters, Appeals and post-trial motions

When you lose a case and decide to appeal, you are not getting a second bite at the apple. The appellate court does not rehear witnesses, re-examine...

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Motion for New Trial: A Second Chance in Liability Cases, Appeals and post-trial motions

When a liability case ends with a verdict, the losing party often feels the result was unjust. But the trial is not necessarily the final word...

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Why Post-Trial Motions Matter Before Filing an Appeal, Appeals and post-trial motions

If you lose a case in trial court, your first instinct might be to file an appeal right away. That is usually a mistake. The law requires you to give...

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The Ripple Effect of Defeat: Understanding the Consequences of Losing a Legal Case, Appeals and post-trial motions

The gavel falls, the verdict is read, and the outcome is not in your favor. Losing a legal case, whether civil or criminal, is far more than a simple...

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FECA Appeals: How to Fight a Denied Federal Injury Claim, Federal employee injury claims

If you work for the federal government and get hurt on the job, your path to compensation runs through the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act, or...

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The Path of a Violation: What Happens After a Government Agency Issues a Citation, Construction site accident liability

When a government agency—be it OSHA for workplace safety, the EPA for environmental protection, or the FDA for food and drug standards—issues a...

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Understanding the Most Common Claim for Wrongful Denial of Services, Civil rights and wrongful incarceration liability

In the complex landscape of insurance and managed healthcare, disputes over coverage are unfortunately commonplace. While denials can stem from...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common liability case queries.

What must a person prove to win a libel case?

To win a libel lawsuit, the person bringing the case (the plaintiff) must prove four things. First, the defendant made a false statement of fact (not just an opinion). Second, that statement was published or communicated to a third party. Third, the defendant was at fault, meaning they were negligent or acted with intent. Finally, the statement caused actual harm, such as financial loss, damage to reputation, or emotional distress, which are the resulting damages.

How does inadequate supervision contribute to liability?

Inadequate supervision is a major factor, especially for pools at hotels, clubs, or residential complexes. The owner has a duty to provide a safe environment, which includes competent lifeguards at public pools or clear rules for unattended pools. Failure to have proper supervision protocols, leading to a drowning or injury, can be a clear breach of that duty. This is particularly critical when children are involved, as they require a higher standard of care.

Can a business sue for a single bad review?

Yes, but it is difficult and often not practical. A single review must be exceptionally damaging and clearly false to justify the cost and public relations risk of a lawsuit. Courts are wary of lawsuits that could silence legitimate criticism. A pattern of fake reviews, especially from a single source or competitor, presents a much stronger case. The review must allege a specific, provable falsehood, not just hyperbolic negative opinion, to have legal merit for a defamation claim.

What are the most common types of employee theft or fraud?

Common types include cash theft (skimming from registers or deposits), inventory theft, and fraudulent expense reimbursements. Time theft, such as falsifying timesheets, is also prevalent. More complex schemes involve payroll fraud (ghost employees), data theft, and financial statement fraud by managers. Asset misappropriation, where employees misuse company resources for personal gain, is the most frequent. These acts directly drain company resources and can be committed by employees at any level, from entry-level staff to executives.