Much of what is posted on social media sites is discoverable, meaning it can be exchanged in
the pre-trial process of discovery and used as evidence in trial.
Not exact matches
Garett has participated on complex litigation files with subject matter ranging from motor vehicle accidents to professional liability at all stages
of the litigation
process including examinations for
discovery, mediations,
pre-trial preparation and trial preparation.
The tort claim
process typically includes the following steps: • Investigation
of the accident and evidence gathering / review (medical reports, witness statements, etc.) • Expert assessment
of the needs and damages
of the injured party • Provide an official statement
of claim • Receive statement
of defence • Prepare, submit, and receive affidavits
of documents for all parties involved • Attend examinations for
discovery with your lawyer • Attempt to settle the tort claim out
of court by negotiating, mediating, or engaging in
pre-trial measures • Trial
Upon answering the above, investigate
processes and options that respect the fundamental rights
of European citizens under Article 16
of the TFEU and Article 8
of the Charter
of Fundamental Rights
of the European Union whilst serving the purposes
of pre-trial discovery.
The
discovery process is a
pre-trial period
of time when each party has the opportunity to learn more about the case by obtaining evidence through requests for answers to interrogatories, request for production
of documents, request for admissions and depositions.
Early intervention by a judge — It is critical that judges understand the issues in the case and work with the parties to develop an appropriate
pre-trial plan, which requires engaging on the case issues, including the technical aspects
of discovery early in the
process.
Indeed, as part
of the civil
pre-trial discovery process, an alleged offender will have to produce all relevant, non-privileged documents in his possession, power or control and to submit to an oral examination under oath.
By using a JCCP to hear the cases, one judge will oversee all
pre-trial proceedings, eliminating duplication
of efforts in the
discovery process, wasting judicial resources and reducing the likelihood
of inconsistent rulings on individual cases.
The Supreme Court
of the United States (SCOTUS) expanded its application
of constitutional standards in the context
of critical
pre-trial processes in criminal matters, such as plea bargaining and
discovery.