Q: Usual and customary authentication procedure in discovery
What is usual and customary procedure for defendant to authenticate identities of service providers and agreements thereof?
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Under California law, authenticating the identities of service providers and agreements typically involves a few key steps during the discovery process. You would begin by serving discovery requests, such as interrogatories, requests for admission, or requests for production of documents, to obtain relevant information and documents related to the service providers and agreements.
Next, you would review the responses and documents received to ensure they provide sufficient details to confirm the identities of the service providers and the validity of the agreements. This may include examining contracts, invoices, emails, or other correspondence that verify the relationships and terms.
If there are any doubts or inconsistencies, you may need to depose individuals who can testify to the authenticity of the documents and the identities of the service providers. Depositions allow you to ask direct questions under oath and clarify any uncertainties regarding the agreements and parties involved. These steps ensure that all information is accurate and reliable for use in your case.
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