Glossary of Personal Injury Law Terms

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Service of Process: Providing a formal notice to the defendant that orders him to appear in court to answer plaintiff's allegations.

Statue of Limitations: The time period within which a plaintiff must file his action against the defendant. This time frame varies by state. In Ohio, the statute of limitations for negligence is two years from the date of the injury.

Strict Liability: The defendant is liable to the plaintiff regardless of fault. 

Subpoena: A document issued by the court or an attorney that requires someone to appear in court or to appear for a deposition. A Subpoena Duces Tecum requires the production of a document or thing.