Although discovery can encompass a great deal of personal information, there are certain things that may not be discoverable in a personal injury lawsuit.
Privileged information is not discoverable except in the most extenuating circumstances. Privileged information includes things like communications between you and your attorney or conversations with your doctor that are not relevant to the case.
Other private matters that are not relevant to the case may also not be discovered during a personal injury lawsuit. For example, details about your religious beliefs, sexuality, immediate family relationships, political beliefs, etc.
Any information that invades the privacy of a third party is also protected from discovery. This could include information about the personal life of a private individual, such as an eyewitness’ financial difficulties or personal affairs.