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I was wondering if anyone has any experience with depositions. I'm involved in a lawsuit (Not as a defendant, thankfully) because a pt of mine had visual complications after neurosurgery, and I was the first to see him/define what was going on. I have a deposition this week and I don't really know what to expect.
First off, I was contacted by my patient's lawyer. We set up a time for the deposition, where lawyers for both sides will be present, but he wants to talk to me ahead of that to "go over a few things." Is it unusual that I'm talking to one lawyer but not the other ahead of time?
He also asked me to let him know what my rate is so I can get paid for my time. I have no idea what a reasonable rate would be. I also wonder, if he is paying me does that make me a "witness for the prosecution" or whatever? I would prefer to remain impartial and not be necessarily testifying "for" or "against" anyone.
Anyone have any experience with this sort of thing? I am not looking forward to it.
First off, I was contacted by my patient's lawyer. We set up a time for the deposition, where lawyers for both sides will be present, but he wants to talk to me ahead of that to "go over a few things." Is it unusual that I'm talking to one lawyer but not the other ahead of time?
He also asked me to let him know what my rate is so I can get paid for my time. I have no idea what a reasonable rate would be. I also wonder, if he is paying me does that make me a "witness for the prosecution" or whatever? I would prefer to remain impartial and not be necessarily testifying "for" or "against" anyone.
Anyone have any experience with this sort of thing? I am not looking forward to it.