What happens after filing a personal injury lawsuit?

After filing a personal injury lawsuit in Colorado, your attorney files a "complaint" with the court outlining your claims against the defendant. The defendant is then served with the lawsuit and typically has 21 days to file an answer. The case enters the discovery phase, where both sides exchange documents, answer written questions (interrogatories), and conduct depositions. Pre-trial motions may be filed addressing legal issues. Many Colorado courts require mediation before trial. Even after filing suit, settlement negotiations often continue—most cases settle before trial. If no settlement is reached, the case proceeds to trial. At Kane Trial Law, we prepare every case for trial from day one, which positions us for strong settlements or favorable verdicts.