Things That Follow Immediately After a Deposition
The Transcript Will Be Reviewed and Revised
Once the deposition has been transcribed and printed, both parties and their attorneys will receive copies to review the statement. If something needs to be clarified or revised, notes will be made and the stenographer will make the necessary changes.
Your Attorney Will Go Over the Deposition
After the deposition has been finalized, your attorney will be asked to go over the deposition with you. Afterword, you will be able to use it to help support and verify your claim. He will ask questions to make sure it contains all of the necessary information and to make sure that you did not forget any pertinent information.
Depositions Can Be Used in Court
Depositions can and will be used in court, so always make sure to tell the truth and be very clear about what happened. A deposition is a signed statement made by you about what happened during the incident. Since it can be used in court, the judge may refer back to it several times. It is extremely important to make sure the deposition is clear and concise.