Discovery Request
/dɪˈskʌvəri rɪˈkwɛst/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal written or oral demand by a party in a lawsuit seeking relevant documents, information, or evidence from the opposing party before trial.
The plaintiff served a discovery request to obtain the defendant's financial records.
Forms
- discovery requests
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Commentary
Discovery requests are a key procedural tool in civil litigation, enabling parties to gather essential evidence; precise drafting is vital to avoid objections or motion practice.
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