Informal and Formal Discovery

Informal discovery, such as using private investigators or web searches, can give you a sense of the case and be less expensive. Formal discovery is governed by the rules of civil procedure, and includes interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.

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What to expect when you get sued

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