When Does a Party Have a Duty to Update Discovery

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Essay

When does a party have a duty to update discovery information? What are the applicable federal and state rules?

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Definitions:

Intensive Care Unit

A hospital unit specialized in the care of patients who require intensive monitoring, medication, and nursing services due to severe illness or injuries.

Spiritual Needs

The desire for meaning, purpose, and connection to something beyond oneself, often fulfilled through religious beliefs, meditation, or reflection.

Consent Form

A document that an individual signs to give their permission for a medical procedure or participation in a study, acknowledging they understand the risks involved.

Withdrawal

The physical and mental symptoms experienced when a person stops using or reduces intake of a substance on which they are dependent.