Discovery is broad, but it is not unlimited. One of the biggest misconceptions about business litigation is that once a lawsuit is filed, every email, document, and communication becomes fair game. While New York’s discovery rules allow parties to obtain a wide range of relevant information, the law also recognizes that certain documents should remain […]
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Depositions in a Business Dispute: What to Expect
A deposition is more than a question-and-answer session. In many business disputes, it is one of the most important moments in the case. When business owners think about litigation, they often picture a courtroom, a judge, or a jury. Some of the most significant testimony is given long before trial during a deposition. A deposition […]
What Documents Can You Obtain During Discovery?
One of the central purposes of discovery is to allow each side to obtain evidence relevant to its claims and defenses. In today’s business environment, that evidence extends far beyond paper files and filing cabinets.
What Is Discovery in a Business Lawsuit?
The courtroom is not where most business lawsuits are won. They are won during discovery. When most people think about litigation, they picture attorneys questioning witnesses before a judge or jury. In reality, the outcome of many business disputes is shaped long before trial. One of the most important phases of any lawsuit is discovery, […]
Boardroom Deadlock: When the Business Cannot Move Forward
Sometimes the greatest threat to a business is not competition, but paralysis. Healthy businesses depend on timely decision-making. Boards of directors approve major transactions, authorize financing, adopt strategic initiatives, appoint officers, oversee management, and guide the corporation’s affairs. When those decisions can no longer be made because the individuals responsible for governing the business are […]
Building Your Business Dispute Before Trial
The trial may be the most visible stage of a business lawsuit, but it is rarely where the case is built. By the time the first witness testifies, much of the most important work has already taken place. The evidence has been gathered, the legal issues have been refined, the witnesses have been evaluated, and […]
Why Litigation Feels Slow Even When Your Attorney Is Busy
Business litigation is often measured in months, and sometimes years. For clients, that can be frustrating. There may be long periods without a court appearance, a deposition, or a significant filing, leaving many to wonder whether anything is happening. Some of the most important work in a business lawsuit takes place when there is little […]
What Is Summary Judgment and Why Does It Matter?
Most business lawsuits do not reach trial. For many business owners and executives, that comes as a surprise. Once a lawsuit is filed, clients often assume the dispute will ultimately be decided by a judge or jury after witnesses testify and evidence is presented in a courtroom. In practice, many commercial disputes are resolved earlier, […]