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Civil Case Discovery Response
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In a civil case, its crucial to respond to all discovery requests, including interrogatories and requests for production, by the specified deadline. If you face issues obtaining evidence, such as unredacted footage, consider filing a motion to compel. Evidence for excessive force claims typically includes witness testimonies, medical records, and any video or photographic evidence. Discovery responses are generally submitted to the defense, not the court. If the defense is uncooperative, a motion to compel is more appropriate than a subpoena. Always ensure your responses are complete and submitted on time to avoid complications.Full Conversation
I’m pro se plaintiff in my dad’s Richard Price Civil Case. I am in the discovery stage and the Defense lawyer just wrote me this email though I responded they are trying to deny me the right to see the unredacted footage of the murder of my dad. Here is the email can you draft up an example response? Mrs. ****
The City and the named officers in the above dispute have received and reviewed your discovery responses. Your responses were deficient for the following reasons:
City Interrogatories: The City propounded three interrogatories however you did not respond to nos. * and * which asked you to provide, respectively, your name and all names used in the past and evidence that supports your claim for damages.
City Request for Production: In your responses you stated that you would provide responsive documents however, to date, you have not provided anything.
Officers McCardle, Gonzalez and Burns: You failed to respond to these officers’ discovery but provided a response to each officers’ “statement.” We do not know what “statement(s)” you are referring to however, this is an improper response. You must respond to each of the interrogatories propounded on you.
Before I bring the discovery violations to the court I must make an effort to discuss the issues with you via telephone. Please advise when you are available to participate in such a call.
Hello ****,
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Dear [Defense Lawyer's Name],
Thank you for your email dated [insert date].].].].].].].].].].].].
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I apologize for any confusion regarding my discovery responses..'s...'s interrogation..'s. of the City and the named officers..'s. involved.'s following steps to address their concerns:
*.'s Interrogatories:
- I will promptly respond to nos. * and *, providing my name and all names used in the past, and the evidence supporting my claim for damages.
* Request for Production:
- I will provide the responsive documents as stated in my initial response.
* Officers McCardle, Gonzalez, and Burns:
- I will respond to each interrogatory propounded on me accurately
I'm sorry to hear about your situation..........'s loss. involving your father....
...., and I'll do my best to assist you. help.... with your legal issue...
here...
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.'s an example response:
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Dear [Defense Lawyer's Name],
Thank you for your email dated [insert date].].].].].].].].].].].].
].'s date].].].].].]..'s].
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].'s discovery responses. in the case of Richard Price.
I apologize for any confusion regarding my discovery responses..'s...'s interrogation..'s. of the City and the named officers..'s. involved.'s following steps to address their concerns:
*.'s Interrogatories:
- I will promptly respond to nos. * and *, providing my name and all names used in the past, and the evidence supporting my claim for damages.
* Request for Production:
- I will provide the responsive documents as stated in my initial response.
* Officers McCardle, Gonzalez, and Burns:
- I will respond to each interrogatory propounded on me accurately
So what is the lawyer saying I did not do?
Hello ****,
The defense lawyer is saying you did not:
*. Respond to City Interrogatories nos. * and * asking for your name, past names, and evidence supporting your claim for damages.
*. Provide the responsive documents you stated you would.
*. Properly respond to the interrogatories from Officers McCardle, Gonzalez, and Burns.
Would you like assistance in drafting detailed responses for these points?
The defense lawyer is saying you did not:
*. Respond to City Interrogatories nos. * and * asking for your name, past names, and evidence supporting your claim for damages.
*. Provide the responsive documents you stated you would.
*. Properly respond to the interrogatories from Officers McCardle, Gonzalez, and Burns.
Would you like assistance in drafting detailed responses for these points?
Yes.
Hello ****,
To help you effectively respond to the defense lawyer's points, let's draft a detailed response.
*. **City Interrogatories:**
- Provide your current name and any past names used.
- Provide any evidence that supports your claim for damages (e.g., medical records, witness statements).
*. **City Request for Production:**
- Gather and submit the documents you mentioned in your initial response.
*. **Officers McCardle, Gonzalez, and Burns:**
- Address each interrogatory individually, ensuring you provide clear and specific answers.
Would you like me to draft a complete response for you?
To help you effectively respond to the defense lawyer's points, let's draft a detailed response.
*. **City Interrogatories:**
- Provide your current name and any past names used.
- Provide any evidence that supports your claim for damages (e.g., medical records, witness statements).
*. **City Request for Production:**
- Gather and submit the documents you mentioned in your initial response.
*. **Officers McCardle, Gonzalez, and Burns:**
- Address each interrogatory individually, ensuring you provide clear and specific answers.
Would you like me to draft a complete response for you?
I have until December * to submit those responses. Can you add that
Hello ****,
Certainly! Here’s an example response that includes your deadline:
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Dear [Defense Lawyer's Name],
Thank you for your email dated [insert date]. I apologize for any confusion regarding my discovery responses in the case of Richard Price. I am addressing the concerns as follows:
*. **City Interrogatories:**
- I will promptly respond to nos. * and *, providing my name and all names used in the past, and the evidence supporting my claim for damages.
*. **City Request for Production:**
- I will provide the responsive documents as stated in my initial response.
*. **Officers McCardle, Gonzalez, and Burns:**
- I will respond to each interrogatory propounded on me accurately.
Please note that I will submit these responses by December *.
Sincerely,
**** ****
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Would you like me to assist you with any specific details to include in your response?
Certainly! Here’s an example response that includes your deadline:
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Dear [Defense Lawyer's Name],
Thank you for your email dated [insert date]. I apologize for any confusion regarding my discovery responses in the case of Richard Price. I am addressing the concerns as follows:
*. **City Interrogatories:**
- I will promptly respond to nos. * and *, providing my name and all names used in the past, and the evidence supporting my claim for damages.
*. **City Request for Production:**
- I will provide the responsive documents as stated in my initial response.
*. **Officers McCardle, Gonzalez, and Burns:**
- I will respond to each interrogatory propounded on me accurately.
Please note that I will submit these responses by December *.
Sincerely,
**** ****
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Would you like me to assist you with any specific details to include in your response?
I’m sorry I have until December * to submit my discovery details which they will have earlier, I am still waiting on the discovery unredacted footage I asked for, and I did respond but I will resubmit everything requested.
Hello ****,
Here's an example response that includes your deadline and mentions the unredacted footage:
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Dear [Defense Lawyer's Name],
Thank you for your email dated [insert date]. I apologize for any confusion regarding my discovery responses in the case of Richard Price. I am addressing the concerns as follows:
*. **City Interrogatories:**
- I will promptly respond to nos. * and *, providing my name and all names used in the past, and the evidence supporting my claim for damages.
*. **City Request for Production:**
- I will provide the responsive documents as stated in my initial response.
*. **Officers McCardle, Gonzalez, and Burns:**
- I will respond to each interrogatory propounded on me accurately.
Please note that I will submit these responses by December *. Additionally, I am still waiting for the unredacted footage I requested. I will resubmit all requested information as soon as possible.
Sincerely,
**** ****
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Would you like any further assistance with this response?
Here's an example response that includes your deadline and mentions the unredacted footage:
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Dear [Defense Lawyer's Name],
Thank you for your email dated [insert date]. I apologize for any confusion regarding my discovery responses in the case of Richard Price. I am addressing the concerns as follows:
*. **City Interrogatories:**
- I will promptly respond to nos. * and *, providing my name and all names used in the past, and the evidence supporting my claim for damages.
*. **City Request for Production:**
- I will provide the responsive documents as stated in my initial response.
*. **Officers McCardle, Gonzalez, and Burns:**
- I will respond to each interrogatory propounded on me accurately.
Please note that I will submit these responses by December *. Additionally, I am still waiting for the unredacted footage I requested. I will resubmit all requested information as soon as possible.
Sincerely,
**** ****
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Would you like any further assistance with this response?
What evidence do I need to supply in excessive force? My witness testimonies?
Hello ****,
To support a claim of excessive force, you generally need the following evidence:
- **Witness Testimonies**: Statements from individuals who witnessed the incident.
- **Medical Records**: Documentation of injuries sustained.
- **Video/Photographic Evidence**: Any footage or images of the incident.
- **Police Reports**: Official records from the police.
- **Expert Testimony**: Opinions from use-of-force experts.
Would you like more detailed guidance on gathering this evidence?
To support a claim of excessive force, you generally need the following evidence:
- **Witness Testimonies**: Statements from individuals who witnessed the incident.
- **Medical Records**: Documentation of injuries sustained.
- **Video/Photographic Evidence**: Any footage or images of the incident.
- **Police Reports**: Official records from the police.
- **Expert Testimony**: Opinions from use-of-force experts.
Would you like more detailed guidance on gathering this evidence?
Do I need to submit this to the court just the defense?
Hello ****,
You generally need to submit your discovery responses directly to the defense and not to the court. Ensure you follow up with the defense to confirm receipt. If the defense continues to deny you unredacted footage, consider filing a motion to compel with the court.
Would you like more information on how to file a motion to compel?
You generally need to submit your discovery responses directly to the defense and not to the court. Ensure you follow up with the defense to confirm receipt. If the defense continues to deny you unredacted footage, consider filing a motion to compel with the court.
Would you like more information on how to file a motion to compel?
Yes. Do you think I need to subpoena them or do the motion to compel?
Hello ****,
To obtain the unredacted footage, a motion to compel is generally more appropriate. It requests the court to order the defense to provide the requested discovery. A subpoena is typically used to compel testimony or documents from third parties.
Would you like guidance on how to draft a motion to compel?
To obtain the unredacted footage, a motion to compel is generally more appropriate. It requests the court to order the defense to provide the requested discovery. A subpoena is typically used to compel testimony or documents from third parties.
Would you like guidance on how to draft a motion to compel?
Yes
Hello ****,
Certainly! Here’s a simple guide on how to draft a motion to compel:
*. **Caption**: Include the court name, case number, and parties involved.
*. **Introduction**: State your name as the plaintiff and the purpose of the motion.
*. **Background**: Briefly describe the discovery requests made and the defense's failure to comply.
*. **Argument**: Explain why the information is essential and how the defense's failure impacts your case.
*. **Conclusion**: Request the court to compel the defense to produce the unredacted footage.
Would you like a specific template to follow?
Certainly! Here’s a simple guide on how to draft a motion to compel:
*. **Caption**: Include the court name, case number, and parties involved.
*. **Introduction**: State your name as the plaintiff and the purpose of the motion.
*. **Background**: Briefly describe the discovery requests made and the defense's failure to comply.
*. **Argument**: Explain why the information is essential and how the defense's failure impacts your case.
*. **Conclusion**: Request the court to compel the defense to produce the unredacted footage.
Would you like a specific template to follow?
Can I show you what I submitted and you can tell me if it answers everything?
Hello ****,
I'd be happy to help you review your submission. Please go ahead and share what you have submitted so far. This will allow me to ensure that all necessary points are covered and that your response is clear and complete.
I'd be happy to help you review your submission. Please go ahead and share what you have submitted so far. This will allow me to ensure that all necessary points are covered and that your response is clear and complete.
Can I upload or should I copy and paste?
Hello ****,
Please copy and paste your submission here. This will allow me to review it thoroughly and provide you with feedback to ensure it addresses all necessary points.
Looking forward to helping you!
Best regards,
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Please copy and paste your submission here. This will allow me to review it thoroughly and provide you with feedback to ensure it addresses all necessary points.
Looking forward to helping you!
Best regards,
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I’m going to submit everything on my computer
Hello ****,
It sounds like you are working diligently on your case. If you can copy and paste your submission here, I can review it and provide feedback to ensure it addresses all necessary points effectively.
Looking forward to assisting you further!
Best regards,
FreeLawChat
It sounds like you are working diligently on your case. If you can copy and paste your submission here, I can review it and provide feedback to ensure it addresses all necessary points effectively.
Looking forward to assisting you further!
Best regards,
FreeLawChat
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