1.
Give estimate if not know exact answer
2 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
2.
Do not get diarrhea of the mouth.
The more you say, the more chance you may “hurt” your case. You have given attorney more information to ask questions about and make deposition longer.
1 point - added 14 years ago by kris -
3.
Fully understand the question before you answer.
You will get done quicker if you listen to question and only answer what is asked.
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
4.
Keep answer short and sweet.
If can answer with no or yes, say no or yes, then close your mouth and wait for next question.
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
5.
Take lots of breaks.
You are entitled to breaks, bathroom ,cigarette, lunch, You are not chained to chair- when you feel tired, ask for break!
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
6.
Do not lie!! This is perjury and a crime!!
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
7.
The attorney asking questions is not your friend- Attorney works for your opponent in law suit.
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
8.
Listen to your attorney
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
9.
Do not answer question if attorney objects tells you not to answer
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
10.
Listen to full question before you answer
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
11.
Ask for question to be repeated if not hear it all
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
12.
Ask for clarification if not understand question
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
13.
Do not get up and demonstrate what you cannot do
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
14.
Do not pull up shirt, socks etc to show the wound/scar unless asked.
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
15.
Only testify to what you know (not what friend told you)
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
16.
Do not interrupt -Wait until question is fully asked before you answer
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
17.
Answer in words
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
18.
Talk loud enough for court reporter to hear
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
19.
Do not bring children to the deposition
0 points - added 14 years ago by kris -
20.
Argue with attorney asking question
-1 point - added 14 years ago by kris -
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