When you finish rolling on the floor, you may try reading up on civil cases. Judges are there to control the proceedings and to make a judgement when necessary. most civil actions recommend that the parties try to settle without the judges help.. it saves time and money. Often after the bulk of the evidence has been submitted, lawyers from both sides get a feeling about how things will go. The judge even asked about this early in the day yesterday. But , if sticking your head in the sand is good for your inner peace.. enjoy