Identify and define the alternative tools of discovery?

Answer 1

Alternative tools of discovery Identified;

After filing initial pleadings and motions, the parties gather information from each other through discovery. The Discovery process enables the parties to learn about facts surrounding the case so that they are not surprised in the courtroom.

Three common discovery tools are; Interrogatories, Requests to produce documents, and Dispositions.

Interrogatories: are written questions that one party sends to the other party to answer under oath. Also known as "requests for further information".

Request to produce documents:Forces the opposing party to turn over certain information unless it is privileged or irrelevant to the case. Parties may request photographs, contracts, medial records, tax forms, and other government documents.

Deposition: At a deposition, attorneys examine a witness under oath. A court recorder records everything the witness has to say, and both arties get a copy of the testimony in document form.

Answer 2

Alternative tools of discovery include requests for admission, interrogatories, requests for production of documents, and depositions. Requests for admission ask the opposing party to admit or deny specific facts. Interrogatories are written questions that the opposing party must answer in writing. Requests for production of documents require the opposing party to provide specific documents. Depositions involve questioning witnesses under oath outside of court.