Final-General Rules Regarding Discovery

Question 1

Initial Discovery Disclosure

Answer 1

A party must, without awaiting a discovery request, provide to the other parties initial discovery disclosures, unless privileged or protected from disclosure.

Question 2

Types of Initial Discovery Instructions

Answer 2

1. the name, address, and telephone number of individuals likely to have discoverable information to support claims or defenses, excluding those used solely for impeachment.
2. A copy or description of all documents, electronically stored information, and tangible items in the disclosing party’s possession that may support its claims or defenses, except if used solely for impeachment.
3. A computation for each claimed damage category and supporting documents, unless privileged, must be provided. This includes evidence related to the nature and extent of injuries. However, no computations for noneconomic damages are required; the party must only identify claimed damage categories and supply supporting documents.
4. A copy of any insurance policy that may cover all or part of a possible judgment or reimburse payments made to satisfy the judgment.

Question 3

Time for Initial Discovery Disclosures

Answer 3

A party MUST make the initial discovery disclosures required by this rule within 60 DAYS AFTER THE SERVICE OF THE COMPLAINT or joinder, unless a different time is set by court order

Question 4

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