Learn how to use TheLawThing's AI-powered scenario engine for legal case analysis.
Getting Started
TheLawThing is a scenario engine that analyzes your case facts and documents to produce structured scenario analyses. This guide will help you get started.
Creating Your First Analysis
- Start a New Case: Click "Start New Analysis" from the dashboard
- Upload Documents: Upload case documents, pleadings, and relevant materials
- Enter Case Facts: Provide key case details including jurisdiction, case type, and relevant facts
- Review Analysis: TheLawThing will generate scenario breakdowns, viability assessments, and actionable next steps
Understanding Your Results
Viability Assessment
Each claim or issue receives a risk assessment:
- Favorable: Strong legal position with supporting evidence
- Uncertain: Mixed factors requiring further investigation
- High-Risk: Significant challenges or weaknesses identified
Scenario Breakdowns
TheLawThing provides three scenario analyses:
- Best-Case: Most favorable outcome based on available evidence
- Base-Case: Most likely outcome given current facts
- Worst-Case: Least favorable but plausible outcome
Each scenario includes qualitative reasoning explaining the logic behind the prediction.
Actionable Next Steps
The system generates checklists including:
- Missing documents that could strengthen your case
- Suggested lines of legal research
- Questions to clarify with clients or witnesses
- Potential evidence to gather
Document Management
Organize and manage your case documents in the Document Library:
- Upload documents in various formats (PDF, DOCX, etc.)
- Organize documents by case or category
- Use document classification to automatically categorize files
- Generate summaries for quick document review
Best Practices
Data Quality
- Provide complete and accurate case facts
- Upload all relevant documents for comprehensive analysis
- Update case information as new facts emerge
Review and Validation
- Always review AI-generated analyses with professional judgment
- Verify citations and legal references
- Consider multiple scenarios when making strategic decisions
- Consult with qualified legal counsel for final decisions
Privacy and Security
- Only upload documents you have rights to process
- Be mindful of client confidentiality obligations
- Review our Privacy Policy and Security page for data handling details
Limitations and Disclaimers
Important:
TheLawThing is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. All outputs are assistive tools intended to support professional judgment. Results are non-deterministic and should be reviewed by qualified counsel. You are solely responsible for all legal decisions and actions.
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