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Parties must disclose: Discoverable information. A list of the people who know about the case and what they know. Witnesses. Documents supporting case. Electronically stored information. Tangible things. Documents referred to in pleadings. Damages. Agreement to Satisfy, Indemnify, or Reimburse.

(a) Motion. To enforce a court order or to obtain a sanctions order for violation of an order, including in supplemental proceedings under Rule 64, a party must file an ex parte motion to enforce order and for sanctions (if requested), pursuant to this rule and Rule 7.

Required Items of Initial Disclosure The Rule lists four categories of information that are required in the initial disclosures: 1) witnesses; 2) documents; 3) damages calculations; and 4) insurance agreements.

Beginning on January 1, 2024, parties will be required to make initial witness and document disclosures within 60 days of another party's request. Failure to comply or act in good faith with the new law will result in a court-imposed sanction of $1,000.

URCP 37. If a party does not respond to a discovery request, the party seeking discovery can file a motion asking the judge to compel discovery and impose sanctions. The party seeking discovery must show the judge that the information is discoverable and that discovery is proportional to the case.

The initial disclosures must be duly verified and identify all information, witnesses, and documents that support the disclosing party's claims or defenses. In addition, contractual agreements/arrangements and insurance policies that might influence the litigation outcome must also be disclosed.

(a) Motion.To enforce a court order or to obtain a sanctions order for violation of an order, including in supplemental proceedings under Rule 64, a party must file an ex parte motion to enforce order and for sanctions (if requested), pursuant to this rule and Rule 7.

A key distinction between a fact witness and an expert witness is that an expert witness may provide an opinion. Fact witnesses must limit their testimony to facts in regard to evidence they may have observed or been involved.

This exchange provides opposing parties with enough information and time to prepare for trial. Expert witnesses will generally have specialized knowledge of a scientific or technical field.