The Purpose of the Discovery Stage Before Trial Is To

question 495

Multiple Choice

The purpose of the discovery stage before trial is to:

• A) retain an element of surprise in the litigation process
• B) determine if there is a claim that the law can address
• C) encourage pretrial settlements
• D) determine who the plaintiff will be
• E) none of the other choices

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