Irvine Civil Litigation Lawyers

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Litigation Lawyers in Irvine

In Irvine, California "civil litigation" refers to the procedure through which a court decides legal disputes that are not criminal in nature. They can involve private and public entities.

It's necessary to remember what purpose civil litigation in Irvine, California is meant to serve. The purpose of civil litigation is not to punish individuals who have done wrong, or provide victims with some sort of moral vindication.

Instead, Irvine, California civil litigation is meant to force people who are found to be at fault for injuries sustained by another person to compensate the victims of the harm caused by their culpable actions. This compensation almost always takes the form of money. However, court orders, or "injunctions," compelling the defendant to take some type of action (or to stop an offending activity) are also available forms of relief in some cases.

Common subjects of civil litigation in Irvine, California

Civil litigation in Irvine, California, can arise in almost any situation, since legal wrongs can be committed in any context. It's critical to note, however, that there are only a few contexts in Irvine, California that give rise to civil litigation with any significant frequency.

Employment: There are various different ways in which the employer / employee relationship can lead to civil litigation in Irvine, California. They include violation of wage and hour laws, discrimination, and injuries sustained on the job.

Personal Injury: When somebody suffers an injury at the hands of someone else, they are legally entitled to compensation from the person who injured them. They usually seek this compensation through civil litigation in Irvine, California courts. This compensation can come in a few different forms, such as money, or a court order compelling the defendant to do something (or stop something they're already doing), known as an "injunction." However, injunctive relief is only granted when no amount of monetary relief can adequately compensate the plaintiff.

Family: In Irvine, California, the relationships between family members are never simple. So, it's not startling that conflict can arise between spouses. These conflicts most frequently have to do with divorce, child support, and child custody.

How Can a Irvine, California Lawyer Help?

Civil litigation in Irvine, California can get very complicated, and emotions can run high throughout the process. Furthermore, individuals are often faced with civil litigation when they least expect it.

Therefore, if you think that you might be involved in civil litigation in the future, it's a good idea to seek the advice of a good Irvine, California civil litigation attorney.

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Life in Irvine

Irvine is a city that has been meticulously planned. That could be why CNN voted it 4th best place to live in the entire United States but there are a number of other reasons like the FBI stating Irvine has the least violent crime in any city with a population over 100,000. Over twice that number live within Irvine city limits and enjoy access to all Irvine has to offer.

Over 50 companies have their world headquarters in Irvine including Taco Bell, Ultimate Ears, Felt Bicycles, LA Fitness, and Meade Instruments. Toshiba Corporations, Samsung Electronics, Kia Motors, Asics, and Shimano all operate their North American Headquarters from Irvine as well. With so many large businesses in Irvine, you'd probably be surprised to find out the University of California, Irvine and Irvine unified School District are still the top two employers in the city. Communications giant Cellco Partnership/Verizon Wireless and medical companies Edwards Lifesciences and Allergan are three other big hitters in the Irvine economy.

There's plenty of opportunity for recreation among Irvine residents and visitors. The City of Irvine offers countless community and neighborhood parks. The Northwood Community Park offers one of the most distinctive sights. The Northwood Gratitude and Honor Memorial is exceptional because it's the first United States memorial to be built before the war was over. Honoring the fallen U.S. military personnel from the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, it's also the only memorial that will be updated yearly to display the 5,700+ names. Irvine also hosts the Irvine Global Village Festival celebrating diversity. The festival offers a wide range of exhibitions, entertainment, and food from cultures around the globe.

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