Interrogatories

Interrogatories are a formal set of written questions sent by one party to another in a lawsuit, requiring them to provide written answers under oath. They are a common form of discovery, which is the process of obtaining information and evidence from the opposing party. Interrogatories may seek information about the facts of the case, the parties’ claims and defenses, the witnesses and documents, or other relevant matters. They should be clear, specific, and reasonably calculated to lead to admissible evidence. The responding party must answer each interrogatory separately and fully, unless they object on legal grounds such as privilege or relevance. Interrogatories are an important tool for parties to gather information, narrow the issues in dispute, and prepare for trial. They are subject to rules and limitations, such as the number of interrogatories allowed and the time for responding, and may be enforced by court orders or sanctions for non-compliance.