Deposition in plain English
Sworn testimony taken before trial.
Where this term may appear
Discovery notices, transcripts, and sworn pretrial testimony.
What to verify
Check the case posture and local procedural rules before acting on anything involving deposition, because timing and legal effect depend on the proceeding.
Why context matters
Deposition can have different timing or legal consequences across jurisdictions, so a national glossary is only a starting point.
Use official and primary sources for current medical, licensing, court, and state-law information.