Q: Is there a delay tactic that lawyers use DURING a hearing, that is equivalent to a filibuster in the senate?
FYI, I’m not an attorney, so forgive my ignorance. Also, I am not referring to a lawyer asking for a continuance or an extension of time. I have a feeling opposing counsel is deliberately talking in circles for hours on end and running up the clock in order to stall. The hearing has been continued 3 times now because of it. Is this an actual legal technique? If so, what is it called? Can it be stopped? How should I object?
A: There is not a procedure similar to a filibuster in litigation. An attorney is entitled to a complete and thorough opportunity to examine and cross-examine witnesses. However, this examination should be limited to information that is relevant to the case at hand.
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