Surviving Litigation: What You Need to Know

Whether you are contemplating a lawsuit or involved in one currently, Surviving Litigation is an essential guide to help you take control of a situation that can often feel like an uncontrollable freefall through the American court system. With more than twenty years of experience in personal injury litigation, the author has litigated everything from routine auto accidents to complex multimillion dollar catastrophic injury cases in both state and federal courts. In each chapter, he will walk you through the process and strategy issues confronting those either currently involved in or anticipating lawsuits today. Specific topics covered include representation, litigation expense, basic legalese, the discovery process, and strategies for case resolution, among others. This book is a must-have for anyone, plaintiff or defendant, who hopes to obtain the best outcome in his or her case. Simply understanding what's next and knowing the questions you should be asking your lawyer will enable you to more effectively navigate the process toward a successful resolution.

Troy S. Bundy is a partner and shareholder at Hart Wagner LLP, one of the largest trial law firms in the Pacific Northwest. He obtained his BA from the University of Colorado in 1991, where he majored in political science and criminology. Thereafter, he obtained his JD from Lewis & Clark, Northwestern School of Law in 1994. Mr. Bundy is currently licensed to practice in both Oregon and Washington, where he specializes in professional liability defense and catastrophic injury claims.