Before a case goes to court, the attorney will make an effort to under

Before a case goes to court, the attorney will make an effort to understand and obtain all the facts surrounding a situation-for example,

other staff who were working with the client, anyone who might have had access to the client’s information, and the client’s mental status and condition. This is referred to as which of the following?
1. Burden of proof
2. Complaint
3. Discovery
4. Civil action

ANSWER

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Burden of proof falls to the plaintiff and is the duty to prove wrongdoing.
Rationale 2: Complaint is a document filed by a person (plaintiff) who claims that his or her legal rights have been infringed on by one or more persons (defendants).
Rationale 3: Discovery is an effort by both parties to obtain all the facts of the situation. It occurs before the trial.
Rationale 4: Civil action is a legal action that deals with the relationships among individuals in society.