Litigation — What's the Process and Why Does It Seem to Take So Long?

Episode Summary 
In this episode, Jordan Jewkes explains the litigation process, why it can be time-consuming, and what injured victims should expect when filing a lawsuit. He covers the key stages of litigation, from filing a complaint to trial, and highlights why most cases settle before reaching court. Jordan also discusses the discovery process, depositions, mediation, arbitration, and the role of the judge throughout litigation. If you’ve ever wondered why legal battles seem to drag on, this episode breaks it all down in simple, understandable terms. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction to Peachtree Injury Talk with Jordan Jewkes 
00:06 – Episode topic: Litigation process and timeline
 00:25 – What is litigation and how does it differ from filing a claim? 
01:01 – Why do some cases go to trial instead of settling? 
02:06 – The role of risk assessment in settlements
 03:32 – When does an attorney recommend going to trial?
 05:24 – The discovery process: what it entails and why it takes time 
06:52 – What happens during depositions? 
08:04 – Settlements can happen at any point in litigation
 09:19 – How insurance companies assess credibility in depositions 
10:22 – Timeline from discovery to trial
 11:58 – Court scheduling and trial delays 
12:08 – Mediation vs. Arbitration: What’s the difference?
 13:58 – How judges influence the litigation process
 16:30 – Closing thoughts and how to connect with Jordan Jewkes About the Show 
Welcome to Peachtree Injury Talk with Jordan Jewkes, where attorney Jordan Jewkes gives injured victims a voice and provides strong advocacy against a complicated legal system. Each episode, Jordan and host Kevin Rosenquist break down essential legal topics to help listeners navigate personal injury claims, settlements, and litigation.