One of the most useful tools available in civil litigation in Washtenaw County is the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act (UIDDA). Michigan—along with 47 other states and the District of Columbia—has adopted this law, which allows litigants to compel someone in another state to attend a deposition or produce documents.
However, the UIDDA stops short of authorizing subpoenas for trial testimony. The Michigan Court of Appeals has confirmed that while the UIDDA helps gather discovery, it cannot be used to force an out-of-state witness to appear in court. Because of this limitation, attorneys should obtain deposition testimony from out-of-state witnesses while discovery is still open.
Learn more about compelling the testimony of an out-of state witness at trial here.
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If you’re dealing with complex procedural issues in civil litigation in Washtenaw County, the attorneys at Pear Sperling Eggan & Daniels, P.C. can help. We have the experience to manage multi-state discovery, witness testimony, and trial preparation effectively. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
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