b'TAKE YOUR POWER BACKKey Steps in a Sexual Harassment or Molestation CaseThe following is a basic overview of the life of your sexual harassment or molestation case, which in most courthouses throughout California will last 12 to 18 total months and, in some cases, longerdepending on the complexity of the case and the need for trial continuances.The phases of litigation are:1 2 3 4File Written Depositions ExpertLawsuit Discovery Witnesses5 6 7 8Settlement Trial Trial Post-TrialDiscussions Preparation Motions or AppealsIt is important to note that the vast majority of these cases settle during any one of these stages of litigation prior to the actual trial.1Lawsuit Filed -This triggers many dates and deadlines, including timelines for discovery, your trial date, and all other corresponding dates associated with your trial date.2 Written Discovery -This is when you (plaintiff),the perpetrator, and the employer, public entity, or organization the perpetrator worked for (defendant(s)) exchange written questions, which often includes a request for documents. Responses and documents produced must be verified under the penalty of perjury and are due 35 days after receipt of the questions and requests. While many of the questions seek general background information, others can be quite specific and pointed. Answering these honestly and with the correct language is vital to ensure you do not negatively impact your case and credibility at this stage.19800-777-7777DominguezFirm.com'