Jack Gilbert

Civil Litigation E-Discovery & Information Governance Legal Ethics & Professional Responsibility

What is work product doctrine?

March 26, 2026

The work product doctrine generally protects an attorney’s materials prepared in anticipation of litigation from discovery in civil cases. It shields legal strategy, mental impressions,...

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Civil Procedure Criminal Defense Litigation

What is a subpoena duces tecum?

March 26, 2026

A subpoena duces tecum is a court-issued order requiring a person or organization to produce specific documents, records, or other tangible evidence for a legal...

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Business Law Intellectual Property Law Litigation & Dispute Resolution

What is a cease and desist letter?

March 26, 2026

A cease and desist letter is a written legal notice demanding a person or business stop a specific action that violates your rights. It often...

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Civil Litigation Legal Malpractice Professional Responsibility & Ethics

What is the statute of limitations?

March 26, 2026

The statute of limitations is a legal deadline—often 1–6 years, depending on the claim and state—to file a lawsuit or bring criminal charges. Once it...

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Legal Malpractice Law Media Law Professional Responsibility & Ethics Law

What is the burden of proof?

March 26, 2026

The burden of proof is the legal duty to prove a claim, and the required standard is typically “preponderance of the evidence” in civil cases...

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Civil Litigation Employment Law Personal Injury Law

What is preponderance of evidence?

March 26, 2026

Preponderance of the evidence is the civil proof standard requiring a party to show their claim is more likely true than not—often described as just...

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Civil Litigation Insurance Bad Faith Law Personal Injury Law

What is punitive damages?

March 26, 2026

Punitive damages are extra money a court may award on top of compensatory damages to punish especially reckless or intentional wrongdoing. They’re meant to deter...

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Civil Rights Litigation Contract Law Personal Injury Law

What is nominal damages?

March 26, 2026

Nominal damages are a token court award—often $1 to $100—given when a plaintiff proves a legal right was violated but shows no measurable monetary loss....

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Business Litigation Civil Litigation Employment Law

What is injunctive relief?

March 26, 2026

Injunctive relief is an equitable court order that compels a party to act or to stop acting to prevent irreparable harm. Courts commonly require showing...

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Civil Litigation Domestic Violence Law Family Law

What is a restraining order?

March 26, 2026

A restraining order is a court order that legally requires one person to stop certain behavior and stay away from another person. It can protect...

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Civil Litigation Domestic Violence Law Family Law

What is a temporary restraining order?

March 26, 2026

A temporary restraining order (TRO) is a short-term, emergency court order that can be issued quickly to protect someone from harm, threats, or harassment. It...

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Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Civil Litigation Mediation

What is mediation?

March 26, 2026

Mediation is a voluntary alternative dispute resolution process where a neutral third-party mediator helps both sides reach a mutually agreed settlement without a judge deciding...

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