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Book Synopsis: This book collects a great deal of advice about what to do and not to do at a deposition. It prepares the witness for many of the common occurrences at a deposition. The book's scope goes well beyond the two basic rules that every witness should know: tell the truth, but volunteer nothing. It covers many other topics such as identifying and dealing with confusing questions, abusive conduct, and interruptions. Also discussed is the little known but widely used tactic of trial lawyers to use the foibles of your memory against you. What you think you know, but don't, can hurt you. The book explains your counter-tactic: talk less. Many examples and a self-test are given to illustrate the concepts. Though comprehensive, the booklet is also compact. Most can read through it in less than an hour. This book is designed for lay witnesses in any type of civil lawsuit. Young attorneys should benefit from it too. They can quickly learn lessons which experience will slowly teach them.
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Are you dreading the thought of being grilled at a deposition? Don't let the gobbledygook bamboozle you! Our How to Answer Questions at Your Deposition book is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of testifying. Packed with invaluable advice and practical tips, this book will empower you to navigate the complexities of a deposition with ease.
Unlike other resources that only provide generic instructions, our book goes above and beyond. We cover a comprehensive range of topics, teaching you not only the two basic rules of telling the truth and volunteering nothing but also how to handle confusing questions, abusive conduct, and interruptions. One often overlooked tactic used by trial lawyers is exploiting your memory's vulnerabilities against you. We uncover this strategy and equip you with the powerful counter-tactic: talk less, protect yourself more.
With numerous examples and a self-test, this booklet ensures that you grasp the concepts fully. Despite its comprehensive nature, our book remains concise and to the point. The average reader can conquer it in less than an hour, making it the perfect quick-reference guide for busy professionals. Whether you are a lay witness involved in a civil lawsuit or a young attorney seeking to accelerate your learning curve, this book is a must-have addition to your legal arsenal.
Ready to unlock the secrets to acing your deposition? Don't waste any more time. Grab your copy of How to Answer Questions at Your Deposition today and arm yourself with the knowledge and confidence you need to emerge victorious in the deposition room.
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