deposition
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During his testimony and cross-examination on Tuesday and Wednesday, he looked petty and pugilistic, offering answers inconsistent with his deposition and quibbling with defense attorney William Savitt over yes-or-no questions for hours.
From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026
Maxwell declined to answer the committee’s questions during a video deposition in February from the Texas federal prison where she is serving her 20-year prison sentence.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
Legal ethics experts declined to read the deposition because it is under a protective order, but said giving former client communications to anyone—especially someone suing the client—is a violation of attorney-client privilege.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026
The deposition marked a rare instance of Paxton being made to answer questions under oath.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026
Although Bobby had received numerous requests to give a deposition, he continued to refuse, so the case was dragging on.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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