Biggest Mistakes People Make In Depositions in Personal Injury Cases – Peterson & Associates, PC

 
A deposition is a sworn, out-of-court testimony, taken under oath. In personal injury cases, it serves as a powerful tool for gathering information and evidence. At Peterson Law Firm, we're here to help you understand this vital aspect of your case.
The deposition for the defense side has many purposes that we want to discuss to make sure we are all on the same page. First and foremost, they want to get you on the record as to what happened. Beyond that though they are going to try and limit your injuries and try to see if they can set you up to be a liar.
The best way to avoid this is to watch for any questions relating to your injuries where they ask something like “tell me everything” or “list everything” or “is that all?” You should always answer those questions with “That’s all I can think of right now” or “That’s all I can recall” because it is hard to remember every single issue you are having on the spot.
Furthermore, as to the other side trying to set you up to be a liar, the best way to avoid this is to always tell the truth. Always assume that every question that you are being asked that they already know the answer.
Depositions are instrumental in discovering the facts of your case, assessing witness credibility, and identifying any inconsistencies in testimony. Our experienced personal injury attorneys know that deposition testimony can be a game-changer, potentially leading to favorable settlements or verdicts.
 
 

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