Explore the legal terms and concepts related to Discovery. Click on any term below to learn more about its definition and applications.
In California, when may a defendant demand a physical examination of the plaintiff?
In personal injury cases, a defendant has a right to demand one physical examination of the plaintif...
When are mental and physical examinations discoverable?
Authority to compel independent examinations by a psychologist (i.e., by opposing-party's doctors) i...
In California, when is work product discoverable?
In California, there is an absolute privilege as to writings reflecting an attorney's impressions, c...
In federal court, when is work product discoverable?
In federal court, work product is only discoverable upon a showing of substantial need and to avoid...
How can a party obtain discovery from a non-party?
A party may obtain discovery from a non-party by issuing a subpoena duces tecum.
In California, what is the scope of discovery?
In California, the scope of discovery extends to information that is relevant to the subject matter...
What is the federal scope of discovery?
In federal court, the scope of discovery extends to any non-privileged matter that is relevant to th...
