| by Heather Duncan, Esq.
In light of the recent changes to the California Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) and the ongoing spread of COVID-19, this month’s Network News revisits the rules for scheduling or attending a remote deposition. As provided below, there may be instances where the deponent’s right to attend remotely and the taking attorney’s right to attend the deposition in person poses a conflict.
| by Heather Duncan, Esq.
Due to current public health concerns, this month’s Network News will revisit the rules and platforms available for taking and attending depositions remotely.
Although a deposition done in-person is generally preferable, there are times that a remote deposition makes more sense. In the past, the usual reason given for remote depositions was to save money. Now, the best reason may be to prevent the potential spread of germs.
| by Heather Duncan, Esq.
In response to questions from our readers, this month we will review the basic rules for noticing a deposition in California State Court.
Deposition notices for cases filed in California State Courts are governed by the California Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) Sections 2025.010-2025.290.
| by Heather Duncan, Esq.
The October post addresses our readers’ questions about when and how to object to a Notice of Deposition for cases filed in California state courts.