An indictment is a formal criminal charge returned by a grand jury based on probable cause, distinct from a conviction, an information, or a criminal complaint.
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Patent Infringement Lawsuit: What It Is and How to File
A patent infringement lawsuit alleges unauthorized use of a patented invention, with damages capped to six years before filing and remedies ranging from royalties to tripled damages for willful conduct.
Emotional Distress Lawsuit: What It Is and How to File
An emotional distress lawsuit seeks compensation for severe psychological harm from intentional or negligent conduct, with stricter rules for bystanders and negligence-based claims than for intentional ones.
Securities Fraud Lawsuit: What It Is and How to File
A securities fraud lawsuit alleges false or misleading statements about a security caused investor losses, typically proceeding as a class action with strict 2-year and 5-year filing deadlines.
Asbestos Lawsuit: What It Is and How to File
An asbestos lawsuit seeks compensation from companies whose products caused exposure leading to mesothelioma or other diseases, with deadlines tied to diagnosis and separate bankruptcy trust fund claims available.