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Court denied plaintiff's motion to take a 12th deposition of defendant's medical director two days before the discovery deadline, finding the deposition unnecessary and the timing unreasonably delayed.
Lohmeier v. Gottlieb Memorial Hospital
What Happened
An employee sued Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, claiming discrimination, retaliation, failure to accommodate a disability, and wrongful termination. During the lawsuit, the employee's lawyer wanted to conduct a 12th deposition (formal questioning) of the hospital's medical director—just two days before the deadline for gathering evidence was set to close.
What the Court Decided
The court rejected this request. The judge ruled that the deposition was unnecessary and came too late in the process. By waiting so long to request this interview, the employee had missed the proper timing for gathering evidence under court rules.
Why This Matters for Workers
This case highlights the importance of following court deadlines during litigation. Workers pursuing discrimination or wrongful termination claims must work closely with their lawyers to gather evidence promptly. Missing procedural deadlines can weaken a case, even if the underlying claims have merit. Courts expect parties to be organized and timely, not to make last-minute requests that disrupt the legal process.
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