Share the key procedural steps involved in a trial.

• Discuss the pre-trial procedures, including pleadings, discovery, and motions.
• How do these steps set the stage for the trial itself?
• Explore the roles of the parties, witnesses, and the judge during the trial proceedings.
• Identify and discuss common procedural maneuvers employed by litigants during the trial process. This may include motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, and objections.
• How do these maneuvers impact the trajectory of a trial, and what strategies might businesses employ to strengthen their position during this phase?

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