Legal Question in Business Law in Pennsylvania

My former employer has initiated a lawsuit against me for alleged misappropriation of trade secrets, and related causes.

I was out of town for 2 days this week, and when i returned, have a notice in my mail for me to appear, as deponent, less than 48 hours from the time i received it. Am i due a certain period of time for preparation? am i even required to show without being subpoenaed by the court?

thanks!


Asked on 2/24/11, 9:13 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Cary Hall Law Offices of Cary B. Hall, L.L.C.

First of all, if you're being sued for business torts, I strongly suggest you contact and hire an attorney ASAP. Don't represent yourself and have a fool for a client.

Second, if you a party to a lawsuit (and here, as defendant, you are), no subpoena is required for deposition purposes. As for the lack of notice, I suggest you contact the attorney who scheduled the deposition and request to reschedule. If you do not appear, the plaintiff could file a motion to compel your appearance (and request attorney's fees for bringing the motion), but it sounds like you've got a good reason why you couldn't/wouldn't appear. I highly doubt plaintiff's counsel would want to admit to a judge that he/she only gave you two days' notice!

Best of luck to you.

Cary B. Hall, Esquire

Law Offices of Cary B. Hall, L.L.C.

121 East Chestnut Street, Suite 205

Souderton, PA 18964

T: (267) 663-9995

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Answered on 2/24/11, 9:47 am


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