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#Receive a jury verdict. Once both parties finish their closing arguments, the judge or jury will take some time to make a final decision on the case. The jury will decide whether the plaintiff proved his or her case, and if so the amount of damages that they are due. Once the verdict is rendered, the trial is over.<ref name="rf21">http://www.americanbar.org/content/aba/groups/public_education/resources/law_related_education_network/how_courts_work/verdict.html</ref> | #Receive a jury verdict. Once both parties finish their closing arguments, the judge or jury will take some time to make a final decision on the case. The jury will decide whether the plaintiff proved his or her case, and if so the amount of damages that they are due. Once the verdict is rendered, the trial is over.<ref name="rf21">http://www.americanbar.org/content/aba/groups/public_education/resources/law_related_education_network/how_courts_work/verdict.html</ref> | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
*Ask your attorney questions about the legal process if you don't understand what's going on. Even good lawyers sometimes make mistakes, so make sure you know what your lawyer is doing on your behalf. | *Ask your attorney questions about the legal process if you don't understand what's going on. Even good lawyers sometimes make mistakes, so make sure you know what your lawyer is doing on your behalf. | ||
