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Comprehensive Discovery Requests for Personal Injury Cases
Discovery is a crucial phase in personal injury litigation, allowing both parties to obtain essential evidence to build their case. Propounding discovery involves sending formal requests for information, documents, and testimony from the opposing party to uncover critical facts supporting your claim.
At Global Matters, we provide meticulously crafted discovery requests to ensure our clients obtain the evidence needed to strengthen their personal injury claims. Our discovery strategies help maximize settlements and improve litigation outcomes.
What is Propounding Discovery in Personal Injury Cases?
Propounding discovery is the process of requesting key information, documents, and admissions from the opposing party in a personal injury lawsuit. This legal tool helps gather crucial evidence such as accident reports, medical records, witness statements, and insurance details to support your claim.
A well-structured discovery request can:
Uncover critical evidence – Obtain information necessary to prove liability and damages.
Strengthen negotiation leverage – Force the opposing party to disclose relevant facts.
Prepare for trial – Establish a solid foundation for court proceedings if settlement fails.
Prevent surprises – Ensure all facts are disclosed before trial.
Types of Discovery Requests We Draft:
1. Interrogatories (FROG & SPROG)
Written questions requiring the opposing party to provide sworn responses regarding:
› Accident details – How and where the injury occurred.
› Medical history – Pre-existing conditions and post-injury treatment.
› Insurance coverage – Policy details relevant to compensation claims.
› Witness information – Names and contact details of individuals involved.
2. Requests for Production of Documents (RFPD)
Requests for key documents to support the claim, including:
› Medical records & bills – Proof of injury and treatment costs.
› Accident reports & photographs – Documentation establishing liability.
› Employment & wage records – Verifying lost income due to injury.
› Insurance policies & prior claims – Assessing coverage and claims history.
3. Requests for Admissions (RFA)
Legal requests compelling the opposing party to admit or deny key facts, such as:
› Their involvement in the accident.
› Negligence or fault contributing to the injury.
› The severity of damages claimed.
› Policy coverage details.
4. Deposition Notices & Witness Testimony Preparation
We assist in:
› Drafting deposition notices for key witnesses.
› Preparing strategic questions for sworn testimony.
› Coordinating expert witness depositions to support injury claims.
5. Expert Discovery Requests
Targeting industry experts to strengthen the case, including:
› Medical experts – Assessing injury severity and treatment needs.
› Accident reconstruction specialists – Analyzing collision details.
› Economic loss analysts – Calculating lost wages and future earnings.
6. Electronic Discovery (eDiscovery)
Requests for digital evidence essential to the case, including:
› Emails & text messages – Communication between involved parties.
› Social media activity – Posts, images, and interactions relevant to the claim.
› Surveillance footage & metadata – Digital records proving events leading to the injury.
why choose global matters
At Global Matters, we provide:
› Customized Discovery Plans – Tailored requests for your specific injury case.
› Legally Compliant Drafting – Ensuring adherence to court procedures.
› Strategic Evidence Gathering – Strengthening claims for settlement or trial.
› Fast & Efficient Turnaround – Timely preparation and submission of discovery requests.
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