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Interrogatories
Definition:
In the discovery phase of civil litigation, these written questions are submitted by one party to another party and must be answered in writing under oath.
Respondent
Definition:
Literally, "a superior (or master) must answer." The doctrine which holds that employers are responsible for the acts and omissions of their employees and agents, when done within the scope of the employees' duties.
Hostile witness
Definition:
A witness who displays antagonism toward the party who called him to testify, or who is a witness for the opposing party. The examining party is allowed to conduct direct examination as if it were cross-examination.
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