In this article, our Elmhurst civil defense attorneys explain the process for written discovery and how it may be a great tool in preparation for depositions and trials. Our Elmhurst defense attorneys explain various phases of written discovery such as requests for production of documents, admission of facts, and interrogatories.  The final section discusses the reasons why the opposing party will often object some discovery requests and how a Motion to Compel Discovery may move the process along if time has expired to produce discovery documents by the requesting side.  As new information comes to light, there may be additional production requests and interrogatories.

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In this video, our Elmhurst civil defense lawyers go into depth about the motion to dismiss in terms of Illinois litigation.There are two types of Motions to Dismiss: 2-615 Motions and 2-619 Motions.e explain motions to dismiss in Illinois civil , including the difference between 2-615 motions to dismiss and 2-619 motions to dismiss, and the process for briefing and hearing of motions to dismiss.

In this article, our Elmhurst civil defense attorneys discuss how motions for summary judgment are used in order to request a court to provide a ruling on issues in your case without going to trial. This can be done for some or all of the issues in your case. When there is no issue of material fact and judgment is appropriate for a matter of law, the motion for summary judgment is normally granted. The article finishes by discussing the process in how motions for summary judgment are decided. This can include an oral argument in a court or a briefing by both parties.

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