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A deposition can feel intimidating. You’re sitting across from opposing counsel under oath, and a court reporter is recording every answer. There may even be a videographer in the room. For someone who hasn’t been through the process before, that can create a lot of pressure. The good news is that preparation can make the experience manageable. We will help you understand what to expect, review the difficult parts of your case, and practice answering questions before you’re sitting across from opposing counsel. Meet with your lawyer beforehand. Try to meet with your lawyer about a week or two before the deposition. Go over the facts of your case and talk through the questions the other side is likely to ask. Your lawyer should help you identify the areas that could receive extra attention. For example, in a personal injury case, questions might include who was at fault or whether an injury existed before the accident. Preparing for those topics ahead of time allows you to think through This is the most important rule. Tell the truth, even when a fact isn’t helpful to your case. Your lawyer can work with difficult facts, but a false answer can damage your credibility and create additional problems later. You also don’t need to guess. If you don’t know or don’t remember something, say so. A deposition isn’t a memory contest, and you shouldn’t try to fill gaps with an answer you think might be right. Stay calm and listen. Take a breath before you answer. Listen to the entire question, make sure you understand it, and give yourself a moment to think. If you don’t understand a question, it’s fine to ask for clarification. Staying calm helps you focus on the question instead of reacting to the pressure in the room. Then answer the question that was asked and stop talking. Rambling can open the door to questions you weren’t asked in the first place. A deposition may feel unfamiliar, but you don’t have to walk into it unprepared. Work closely with your lawyer, slow down, listen carefully, and stick to the facts you know. If you know someone who’s preparing for a deposition, share this guide with them. After all, a little preparation can make the experience feel far less overwhelming. the facts and refresh your memory. Tell the truth and don’t guess.
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MINI CROISSANT CRUST PECAN PIES A Taste of Home
INGREDIENTS
Pie filling •
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4 large eggs
1/4 cup unsalted butter 1 cup light brown sugar 1 cup light corn syrup 2 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 tsp bourbon whiskey (optional)
3 cups pecan halves, coarsely chopped
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Croissant crust •
2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
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6 large croissants
DIRECTIONS
1. In saucepan over medium-high heat, combine butter, sugar, syrup, salt, vanilla, and bourbon. Simmer, then whisk mixture and boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and cool for 7 minutes. 2. Add eggs and whisk quickly to combine. Stir in pecans. Set aside until mixture thickens. 3. Preheat oven to 375 F. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with butter. 4. Cut croissants in half, then open each like you’re making a sandwich. Line muffin cups with croissant pieces and press down. Remove any pieces that stick up over the edge. 5. Spoon pecan filling evenly into cups. 6. Bake until golden brown, about 25 minutes. 7. Remove and let sit for 5 minutes. Let cool completely.
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