When a case has begun, there is a level of information gathering that must be done before trial. Oftentimes, it is this information that can lead to the information which will allow for a settlement or agreement between the parties or that is the basis for trial. Either way, this information gathering, called discovery, is an opportunity for the attorneys on a case to request and evaluate information. Often, interrogatories and requests for production are used. These means allow for the attorneys to send written questions and requests to the other party and sometimes, third parties. For example, an interrogatory might be: ... Read More