Publisher's Synopsis
<i><b>Discovery Practice</b></i> gives you hard-nosed, trial-tested guidance through all the intricacies of what to do, whether to do it, and how to do it -- at every stage of the <b>discovery</b> process. Turn to this trusted guide for thorough, up-to-date clarification of: <ul> <li> Insurance discoverability </li> <li> <b>Discovery</b> abuse -- its penalties and sanctions </li> <li> Confidentiality and discovery of trade secrets </li> <li> Use of experts </li> <li> Use of investigation files </li> <li> Use of witness statements </li> <li> Protective orders </li> <li> Invoking Rule 29 powers </li> <li> Tapes and telephones depositions </li> <li> Using the Manual for Complex Litigation </li> <li> Foreign <b>discovery </b></li> <li> <b>Discovery</b> in administrative hearings </li> <li> <b>Discovery</b> in arbitration. </li> </ul> <p> Plus detailed coverage of such cutting edge areas as e-mail depositions and FOIA proceedings. Appendices include ready to adapt sample forms. </p> <p> Now, with all the practice tips and valuable strategies packed into <i><b> Discovery Practice</b>,</i> you can </p> <ul> <li> Facilitate early and thorough disclosure of information </li> <li> Quickly determine a core of undisputed facts </li> <li> Intensively promote and pursue a negotiated settlement. </li> </ul> <p> </p>