Question

Choose the answer that reflects the proper sequence of events in civil procedure: a. complaint, directed verdict, summary judgment, summons, answer b. complaint, deposition, answer, counterclaim, affirmative defense c. complaint, subpoena, deposition, answer, interrogatories, summons d. complaint, summons, answer, counterclaim, discovery e. discovery, complaint, summons, answer, counterclaim

Answer 1

The answer is d. complaint, summons, answer, counterclaim, discovery.

Step-by-step explanation:

In a civil procedure, first, a lawsuit commences when a plaintiff files a complaint describing grievances, and stating the people involved. Second, the court releases summons and serves it to the defendant who has to respond within a period of time. Third, the defendant has to answer the complaint, or else the court could announce a default judgment that would favor the plaintiff. Fourth, as the case may be, the defendant could make a counterclaim against the original complaint raised by the plaintiff. Fifth, and finally—in order to make good judgment—a discovery will be made to find out facts about the civil lawsuit: all parties will be interrogated, including witnesses if necessary.