Section 4.60 Failure to Answer Deposition Questions

• Library: Discovery 2015

If a party or nonparty fails or refuses to answer questions, a motion may be filed seeking an order compelling an answer, either at the time or after completion of the deposition. Rule 61.01(g). In deciding the motion, the court may grant protective orders and must, after giving an opportunity for hearing, order the party, or the attorney advising the failure or motion, to pay the successful party on the motion reasonable expenses, including attorney fees, unless the action was substantially justified or other circumstances make the award unjust. But a...