Interrogatories

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Interrogatories are written questions submitted by one party in a lawsuit to another party. They are a form of discovery used to gather information relevant to the case.
The plaintiff served the defendant with interrogatories to learn more about their whereabouts on the night of the alleged incident.
In Smith v. Jones (2022), the court ordered the defendant to answer the plaintiff's interrogatories within a specific timeframe.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What information can be sought through interrogatories?

Interrogatories can be used to obtain a wide range of information, including factual details, the other party's knowledge of witnesses and evidence, and their contentions about the case.

Are there any limitations on interrogatories?

Yes, there may be limits on the number of interrogatories submitted and the scope of the information requested. The court may also intervene to prevent overly burdensome or harassing interrogatories.

How are interrogatories answered?

Interrogatories must be answered truthfully and under oath within a court-ordered deadline. The responding party may object to certain questions if they believe they are irrelevant, overly broad, or privileged.

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