Tactics

Deposition is the geological process in which sediments, soil and rocks are added to a landform or landmass. Wind, ice, water, and gravity transport previously weathered surface material, which, at the loss of enough kinetic energy in the fluid, is deposited, building up layers of sediment.

Deposition occurs when the agents (wind or water) of erosion lay down sediment. Deposition changes the shape of the land. Erosion, weathering, and deposition are at work everywhere on Earth. Gravity pulls everything toward the center of Earth causing rock and other materials to move downhill.

1. Maintain vegetation.
2. or revegetate shoreline banks to absorb and dissipate water velocity and energy.
3. Slow road surface drainage and reduce sedimentation by directing water into forested or densely vegetated areas with lead off ditches.
4. broad based dips.
5. bioswales and water bars (Keller and Ketcheson 2015).

A deposition is an out-of-court statement given under oath by any person involved in the case. Depositions enable a party to know in advance what a witness will say at the trial. Depositions can also be taken to obtain the testimony of important witnesses who can’t appear during the trial.

A deposition can last anywhere from 30 minutes to 8 hrs. If the plaintiff’s attorney doesn’t finish asking all the questions, the deponent may be called back on a later date to finish the deposition.

In most cases, slacks (black, brown, or khaki) and a long-sleeved dress shirt are the best option for a deposition. Not too casual. Do not wear jeans, shorts, sneakers, sandals, or head wear. Long pants, dress shoes, and a belt or suspenders are top choices.

The bottom line is to use your money wisely. All depositions are worth the money, if you have the money to spend. If not, then select the most critical witnesses first, and work your way down from there.

You can absolutely walk out, but you must promptly seek a protective order. However, please note that background questions are typically fair game.

The Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution provides a privilege against self-incriminating testimony, including any testimony that “would furnish a link in the chain of evidence needed to prosecute the claimant.”1 This privilege extends to testimony given in a civil deposition, when the content of such …

There are times when someone may be required to participate in a second deposition, but in the State of California, this generally requires a court order. It may happen if there is a new party that is later added to the case after the original depositions were completed.

Don’t Fear Depositions In many cases, depositions can lead to settlements, avoiding the necessity of trial. Think of it as a necessary but important step in the process of getting justice and fair reparation for your injuries.

When you are deposed, you will be brought into a room with attorneys from both sides, sworn in, and a court reporter will record every word you say as you are grilled by lawyers. You will be asked to recall minute details regarding an incident that might have happened months ago.

In most cases, a deponent cannot refuse to answer a question at a deposition unless the answer would reveal privileged or irrelevant private information or the court previously ordered that the information cannot be revealed (source). However, there are certain types of questions that do not have to be answered.