Preparing for a Deposition in Virginia | Ryan C. Young | Civil Litigation | Richmond, VA

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
Preparing for a Deposition in Virginia | Ryan C. Young | Civil Litigation | Richmond, VA
Ryan C. Young | Attorney Richmond, Virginia Civil Litigation What is a deposition? If you are involved in a lawsuit you may be asked to give a deposition. In Virginia, as in most other states, a deposition is not a courtroom proceeding, although a court reporter will record the testimony you give under oath at the deposition. Essentially, it is... Read More

Your first time giving testimony as a witness. | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
Your first time giving testimony as a witness. | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney
Tips for appearing as a witness (giving testimony): If you are represented by counsel, talk to your attorney about your concerns. Don’t simply “blurt out” the answers.  It’s perfectly acceptable to take your time.  Think about the question before answering. Ask your attorney to prep with you in advance.  Role play answering some of the questions which might likely come... Read More

What is a deposition? | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney

Ryan C. Young, Esq.
What is a deposition? | Ryan C. Young | Richmond, Virginia Attorney
   Depositions are one type of civil discovery in Virginia. Civil Litigation can seem overwhelming. If this is your first time being involved in a civil lawsuit, you probably have many questions about the various steps. In particular, discovery can be extremely daunting to any litigant. One of the most powerful discovery tools available in civil litigation in circuit courts... Read More