In a personal injury case, the term “interrogatories” refer to:
- Formal written questions about your case that have to be answered truthfully and honestly.
They’re part of the discovery phase of your case, and they typically cover the whole range of things that the other side wants to know. This can feel intimidating, but it’s important to remember that you have support if you reach this point. Maison Law’s team of personal injury lawyers will be there to make sure you’re protected. Set up a free consultation today.
When Do I Have to Answer Interrogatories in a Personal Injury Case?
When your personal injury case enters discovery, both sides start gathering information to figure out what really happened. A big part of discovery is written questions called interrogatories. These are questions the other side must answer in writing and under oath. Interrogatories help everyone understand the facts and clarify details before going to trial. Here’s how they usually work:
- Basic information first. Questions often start simple—your name, address, job, and contact details.
- Details about the accident. You’ll be asked to explain what happened, where it happened, and who was involved.
- Medical history. They’ll want information about injuries, treatments, and any past medical conditions that relate to the case.
- Past accidents or claims. Questions may cover whether you’ve been in previous accidents or filed other injury claims.
- Questions for the other side. Our team can also send interrogatories to the insurance company or the other party to learn about their version of events, documents, witnesses, and more.
While every situation is different, every case that reaches discovery is going to include interrogatories. The goal isn’t to try to catch you in a lie, it’s simply to set a baseline for the details about what happened. But as your case progresses, you will likely see more interrogatories as more information and evidence is exchanged.
One way or the other, our team will be with you from the beginning. We’ll make sure you have all the information you need for a strong claim and you answer interrogatories fully. Set up a free consultation to learn more about the process.
