The deposition is the injury case’s most personal moment: sworn testimony, opposing counsel, a court reporter — and no judge. It’s also a beginning more than an ending: the phases after the deposition are where litigated cases most often resolve.
The Deposition Itself
Questions under oath about the crash, your injuries, and your life — preparation makes it navigable: answer what’s asked, briefly and truthfully; ‘I don’t recall’ honestly beats guessing; your own lawyer objects where needed. Its purposes: locking testimony, assessing you as a trial witness, and pricing the case.
What Happens After
- Transcript & review: you review the transcript for errors per the rules — accuracy, not revision.
- The revaluation: both sides reprice after seeing the witnesses — credible plaintiffs move numbers; this is the classic settlement window.
- Expert phase & motions: medical experts, possibly the defense exam, and dispositive motions narrow the case.
- Mediation & trial listing: court-connected ADR, then a trial date — the deadline that resolves most of what remains; the full map lives in our lawsuit-steps guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring notes to my deposition?
Generally no — anything you bring can be examined. Preparation happens before, with counsel; the deposition runs on your honest memory.
How long after the deposition until my case resolves?
Often months — the revaluation window, expert phase, and ADR each take their time. Movement accelerates; instant resolution stays rare.
What does hiring you cost?
No attorney’s fee unless we recover; percentage and cost handling are in the written fee agreement. Consultations are free.
Questions about your situation? Call (215) 464-4600 or contact us online — free, confidential consultations, contingency-fee representation.