WA Bar News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

They will require a material change in the way many attorneys practice discovery. EXPERT WITNESS DISCLOSURE It was the Work Group’s impression that many litigants tactically withhold discovery of testifying expert witnesses on the ground that no disclosure is required until a case schedule deadline.

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E-Discovery LLC

AUGUST 16, 2024

13, 2024), the court began its decision of discovery issues with: “At the hearing Plaintiffs tried to walk back this [discovery] request and said it was limited to refund data, rather than a wholesale redo of non-custodial discovery. Which side offers the sponsoring witness? But that’s not true.” emphasis added].

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Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

OCTOBER 31, 2024

THREE PRIMARY DEFENSE CLAIMS __ __ __ PLAINTIFF PROOF OF CAUSATION __ DEFENDANT CAUSATION DEFENSE _ PRELIMINARY STATUS REVIEW  Review local rules regarding deadlines and requirements DISCOVERY REVIEW Interrogatories  Review defendant’s answers to interrogatories. Note incomplete answers for motion. Supplement if needed.

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CaseFox

MARCH 23, 2023

This may include interviewing witnesses, reviewing medical records, and consulting experts in various fields such as accident reconstruction or medicine. Discovery: During the litigation process, both parties will engage in discovery, which involves exchanging information and evidence relevant to the case.

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SW&L Attorneys Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Part of the civil litigation process involves gathering evidence, known as discovery. Attorneys do this by sending written questions called interrogatories , issuing subpoenas , and holding depositions. A deposition allows attorneys to ask questions of witnesses who provide sworn testimony under oath.

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Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

OCTOBER 17, 2024

“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail” Benjamin Franklin In our office, my law partner and wife, Lita Barnett Luvera, legal responsibilities included preparing clients and witness for their deposition. You review interrogatory answers and any statements, and cover the issues in the case. This is a recipe for failure.

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Lawmatics

AUGUST 8, 2023

3 Preparing for Witness Cross-Examination Prompt: "Imagine being a hostile witness in a personal injury case, avoiding responsibility for a workplace accident. Provide evasive or combative responses to my questions to help our team practice managing difficult witnesses."

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