Question 1

If Lancaster fails to answer interrogatories in 30 days, a motion to compel may be filed.

Accepted Answer

If Lancaster fails to answer interrogatories in 30 days, a motion to compel may be filed. This is in accordance with the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (Rule 37).

Question 2

All the interrogatories sent to a party at one time constitute a set.

Accepted Answer

Interrogatories are typically sent in sets, which consist of a series of questions that must be answered by the party receiving them.

Question 3

Interrogatories may be used to ________.

Accepted Answer

Interrogatories are written questions that one party to a lawsuit sends to another party, requesting that the other party answers them in writing and under oath. Interrogatories can be used to determine the party's contentions, locate relevant documents, and disclose the identities of both the lay and expert witnesses that an attorney intends to call at trial. Therefore, all of the given choices are correct.

Question 4

A party has 30 days to answer interrogatories, unless the interrogatories are served with the complaint.

Accepted Answer

In most jurisdictions, a party typically has 30 days to respond to interrogatories. However, if the interrogatories are served with the complaint, the time to respond may be extended, as the defendant has a longer period to respond to the complaint itself, and the interrogatories are considered part of that response timeframe.

Question 5

Interrogatories may not be used to impeach a witness at the time of trial.

Accepted Answer

Interrogatories, which are written questions that a party to a lawsuit sends to another party as part of the discovery process, can indeed be used to impeach a witness at the time of trial. If the witness's testimony at trial contradicts their answers to previously submitted interrogatories, those answers can be used to challenge the witness's credibility.

Question 6

Interrogatories addressed to a corporation may only be answered by an officer of the corporation.

Accepted Answer

Interrogatories addressed to a corporation can be answered by any individual designated by the corporation who has been prepared to respond accurately and completely to the questions, not just an officer. This designated individual is often someone who has the knowledge necessary to provide the required information or who can obtain the information from the corporation's records or personnel.

Question 7

The number of sets of interrogatories that may be served upon a party in federal court is ________.

Accepted Answer

The number of sets of interrogatories that may be served upon a party in federal court is unlimited. This means that a party can serve as many sets of interrogatories as they wish, as long as the questions are relevant and not duplicative. However, the party must comply with the rules for serving interrogatories, including the limit on the number of questions per set and the time frame for responding.

Question 8

An advantage of interrogatories is that they are ________.

Accepted Answer

Interrogatories are simple, inexpensive, and efficient. Therefore, all of the choices are correct.

Question 9

Interrogatories may be used to determine an expert witness from the real estate field whom Lancaster intends to call at trial.

Accepted Answer

Interrogatories can be used to gather information about the expert witness that Lancaster intends to call at trial, such as their qualifications and opinions.

Question 10

Interrogatories aimed at determining the nature of an opponent's computer system should specify that the term computer includes ________.

Accepted Answer

Interrogatories should specify that the term computer includes all devices that can be classified as computers, including desktop PCs, laptops, and PDAs. This ensures that the opponent is providing complete and accurate information about their computer system.

Question 11

Multiple sets of interrogatories cannot be served on the parties to a lawsuit.

Accepted Answer

Multiple sets of interrogatories can be served on the parties to a lawsuit, but they must be relevant, not unduly burdensome, and cannot be used for harassment or to cause undue delay. Each set of interrogatories must also be answered within a specified time frame.

Question 12

The Federal Rules require sequential numbering throughout all sets of interrogatories.

Accepted Answer

The Federal Rules do require sequential numbering throughout all sets of interrogatories, as stated in Rule 33(a).

Question 13

Properly drafted interrogatories can help narrow the issues and facts in preparation for trial.

Accepted Answer

Properly drafted interrogatories can help parties obtain relevant information from the opposing party, clarify the issues, and potentially eliminate the need for further discovery or trial.

Question 14

If Blackwell learns after answering interrogatories that an interrogatory was incorrect when made, the interrogatory answers must be supplemented.

Accepted Answer

Rule 26(e)(1) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure states that "a party who has responded to an interrogatory or request for production must supplement or correct its disclosure or response only if the party learns that in some material respect the disclosure or response is incomplete or incorrect, and if the additional or corrective information has not otherwise been made known to the other parties during the discovery process or in writing." Therefore, if Blackwell learns that an interrogatory was incorrect after answering it, the answers must be supplemented.

Question 15

Only one set of interrogatories may be sent to Lancaster.

Accepted Answer

While there may be limitations on the number of interrogatories allowed in a particular case or jurisdiction, there is no general restriction on only being able to send one set of interrogatories to a specific party such as Lancaster.

Question 16

Interrogatories need not be answered under oath.

Accepted Answer

Interrogatories must be answered under oath, meaning the responses are sworn to be true to the best of the respondent's knowledge, information, and belief.

Question 17

Interrogatories may be used only between parties.

Accepted Answer

Interrogatories are written questions that one party sends to another party as part of the discovery process in a legal case. They are only meant to be used between parties involved in the case.

Question 18

Lancaster may send interrogatories to Blackwell and Jameson.

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

The definition section of a set of interrogatories can ________.

Accepted Answer

The definition section of a set of interrogatories can establish the meanings of often-used words, help conserve space by using abbreviations, and help shorten questions by clarifying terms or concepts. Therefore, all of these choices are correct.

Question 20

Interrogatories that identify contentions are permissible under the Federal Rules.

Accepted Answer

Interrogatories that identify contentions are permissible under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 33. The purpose of such interrogatories is to allow a party to identify the factual and legal basis for their claims and identify any potentially disputed issues early on in the litigation process.

Quiz 10: Interrogatories