Deposition on Mon.

[sontaysyw]

I was wondering if anyone can tell me what to expect at my deposition?I appreciate all experiences or suggestions.I know to be honest and yes or no?Is it routine or should I be on guard?

[jayne]

You being on guard should start from the second you leave the house....tell only the truth and do not pad the truth...if you cant bend over without pain...then say I cant bend over without pain not "I cant bend over" they will be there only to ask questions to try and see what happened and where you are at....before I was sworn in we were all in a waiting room and everyone was just chatting about what they did the night before yada yada yada....they had by sitting in that room found out I had 3 adopted children and had taken them to Branson the month before.once the deposition started they wanted to know if I was in so much pain how was I able to take 3 young children to an amusement park?I had my husband,22 year old daughter and rented a scooter....it wasnt an easy trip for me but I cant stop living either.....so stick to yes,no I dont recall...after each question look at your lawyer and wait to answer in case he wants to object to the question.....

[chrischris]

Read this link for some valuable information before you have your deposition. Good luck to you. http://www.kstlaw.com/Articles/preparati...sition.htm

[fritos]

listen to jayne she is wright on point. your lawyer should prepare you before hand and never say you can't do something. your better off saying you have a hard time doing certain things you never know if there is video. take your time answering ?

[1171]

for the most part it's not as big a deal in workers comp as in civil cases where evidence of fault and/or negligence can be critical.

In comp it's mainly used as a extra fee generator for attys.
you'll need the names and dates of doctors and prior medical details; work history.
in comp liability is controlled by prior events/injuries so they'll want detail on those items.

[sontaysyw]

Thanks everyone.I'm getting all nervous,but i'm sure it will be ok.Update later.WIsh me luck and I Accept prayers.Thanks.

[jayne]

you got em

[freebird]

sontaysyw Wrote:Thanks everyone.I'm getting all nervous,but i'm sure it will be ok.Update later.WIsh me luck and I Accept prayers.Thanks.

You have every right to be nervous. Be yourself and be truthful. You will be fine.

[stiffnecked]

Do not lie.
Answer only the question asked. Do not volunteer information. If you don't know, just say I don't know.
Do not lie.

[arrowheadfred]

LIKE MY DAD ALWAYS SAID. LOOK THEM IN THE EYE WHEN U TALK /SAY WHAT YOU MEAN & MEAN WHAT U SAY. DON'T GET LOUD BUT MAKE SURE THEY HAVE NO TROUBLE HEARING U. WHEN U GOT RIGHT ON YOUR SIDE IT WILL BE ALRIGHT