Details Title: Allyson's contribution Description: Chapter 7 pps 237-245 Total Flash Cards: 5 Created: 10/11/2008 13:41:38		New Users: To study from this flashcard set, or to create your own your own study flash cards, REGISTER HERE. Existing Users: CLICK HERE. Additional Law Flashcards
Cards in this set: Term production of documents Definition When one party to a lawsuit requests that the other party produce all documents relevant to the case prior to the trial Term deposition Definition oral testimony, given under oath, by a party or witness prior to trial. Recorded in written form by a court reporter; can be videotapes Term deponent Definition person giving the deposition Term interrogatories Definition Written questions submitted by one party to a lawsuit to the other party. Receiving party is required to respond with in a specific period of time (usually 60-90 days). An attorney typically helps with responses. Answers are signed under oath. Term purpose of discovery process Definition 1) preventing surprises; 2) allowing parties to thoroughly prepare for trial; 3) preserving evidence; 4) saving court time; 5) promoting settlement