What Happens in a Civil Case. A civil lawsuit involves disputes between private individuals and/or organizations. The facts of the dispute could involve a contract, a lease, a physical injury experienced by an individual, a divorce, or many other issues.
Balance sheets are prepared with either one or two columns, with assets first, followed by liabilities and net worth. Identify the elements of a properly formatted balance sheet. Balance sheets are usually prepared at the close of an accounting period, such as month-end, quarter-end, or year-end.
Staff Accountant Tasks. 1  Maintain records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization. 2  Maintain general ledger as needed. 3  Analyze financial data in order to prepare financial reports.  Generate and interpret financial records and statements for management.