There are federal, municipal, county and state level civil cases.  While most legal disputes between private parties are settled in state court, the federal courts provide a forum when the case involves alleged violations of federal statutory or constitutional rights.  These cases are initiated by individuals, businesses or governmental entities seeking monetary damages, requesting injunctions to stop allegedly illegal activity, or pursuing some other remedy provided by law.

A federal civil court records search can help employers to understand the true character of an individual. It gives an in-depth picture of the actions of individuals who may prove to be litigious in the future, and reveals what federal civil court actions they have been involved in up to the present time. The civil court record search is useful for both prospective hires and current employees to assist in creating and maintaining a safe, productive and harassment free work environment