| 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 our February 2017 Network News, we outlined upon the basics of deposition confidentiality. This month, we explore some of the more specific and nuanced aspects of confidentiality, both in depositions and in court proceedings.
| by Heather Duncan, Esq.
Occasionally we receive inquiries from an attorney requesting that a deposition proceed by written questions in lieu of oral examination, often in connection with obtaining medical or billing records. Below are the general rules for handling these types of depositions.
| by Heather Duncan, Esq.
Over the next few months the Network News will be providing brief answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
| by Heather Duncan, Esq.
Over the next few months the Network News will be providing brief answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
| by Heather Duncan, Esq.
Over the next few months the Network News will be providing brief answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
| by Heather Duncan, Esq.
Generally, a deposition transcript and exhibits are part of the record of a case and may be disclosed accordingly. Absent a stipulation and protective order, testimony will automatically become part of the public record when the deposition transcript is lodged or filed with the court.
| by Heather Duncan, Esq.
In response to multiple inquiries from our readers, this month's post provides a basic review of the rules for obtaining third party trial and deposition transcripts from the court reporter or court reporting agency.