What is the trial stage of civil procedure?

The trial stage of civil procedure is the part of the lawsuit when the dispute is decided in a courtroom. During this trial stage, each side has the opportunity to present their case and the judge or jury makes the final decision. This takes place after the parties have gone through the pre-trial process, and all the parties have had their say. In the state of Florida, civil trials are conducted much like federal cases. The length and type of trial depends on the complexity of the case. Generally, a jury will be called in to decide the outcome of the case, unless the parties have agreed to a bench trial (where the judge alone decides the outcome). Jury selection begins with each side having the opportunity to choose potential jurors that they believe will favor their case. Then, the judge will question the group of potential jurors to assess their qualifications. After the jury is selected, the two sides will present their evidence at trial. The attorneys for each side can call witnesses to testify, present documents, and introduce other physical evidence. Once both sides have finished their cases, the jury will deliberate and decide whether the plaintiff has proven that the defendant is liable or not. After their decision is made, the judge will enter a judgement. The plaintiff must then collect the judgement, if it is in their favor, from the defendant.

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