Depositions are scheduled to occur at specific times, places, and dates agreed upon by every party involved. While this process may seem intimidating to those who have to give it a position, any person who is asked to give one will know in advance that they have to do so.
A deposition will take place after a civil personal injury lawsuit has been filed, but before the trial occurs. Sometimes, the period between when a case is filed and when the trial occurs could be a year or more. If you receive notice that you are being asked to sit for a deposition, you will be required to participate. As mentioned above, depositions are given under oath, which means that you are required to give answers that you believe are truthful. Anything said during a deposition will be recorded and will likely be used in court.