Dallas Personal Injury Lawyer Offers Deposition Tips
10 Useful Tips for a Successful Deposition from Eberstein & Witherite
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If you have been injured in a Dallas auto
accident and have started the legal process to
recover compensation for your injuries, you
will likely offer pre-trial testimony at a
deposition.
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10 Useful Tips for a Successful Deposition from
Eberstein & Witherite
1) Tell the truth
• This is the most important element to a successful deposition. A witness at a deposition testifies under oath, so it is a witness’s duty to tell the truth.
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2) Prepare for the deposition
• Review any key documents or facts. Meet with your attorney beforehand to learn about possible topics and to receive advice about your testimony.
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3) Make sure you understand the question
• Listen carefully and ask for clarification if you don’t understand what you are being asked.
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4) Take time to think about your answer
• Pause before responding to give yourself time to gather your thoughts.
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5) Answer only the question that was asked; do not offer additional information
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6) Do not guess or speculate
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7) Let your lawyer do her job
• You will usually need to answer a question even if your attorney objects to it, but if your attorney advises you not to answer a question, follow that advice.
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8) Keep your cool and do not let the questioner rattle you• You can ask to take a break if you need a few minutes to regain your
composure.
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9) Correct the questioner if he asks questions that contain inaccurate facts
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10) Treat the deposition seriously
• Dress professionally. Be polite.
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