TYPES OF DISCOVERY - REQUESTS FOR PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EXAMINATION
When the mental or physical condition of a party is at issue, the court may order the party to submit to a physical or mental examination by a licensed physician or certified examiner. Unlike all other forms of discovery, this can only be achieved through court order and the party making the discovery motion must show good cause for its application. Moreover, the physical or mental condition of the party must be in controversy; it is not enough that the examination would somehow be relevant.
Disclaimer: This web site is designed for general information only. The information presented at this site should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client relationship. If you have questions or need specific advice relating to the matters contained herein, please contact Lovaas & Lehtinen, P.C.
When the mental or physical condition of a party is at issue, the court may order the party to submit to a physical or mental examination by a licensed physician or certified examiner. Unlike all other forms of discovery, this can only be achieved through court order and the party making the discovery motion must show good cause for its application. Moreover, the physical or mental condition of the party must be in controversy; it is not enough that the examination would somehow be relevant.
Disclaimer: This web site is designed for general information only. The information presented at this site should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client relationship. If you have questions or need specific advice relating to the matters contained herein, please contact Lovaas & Lehtinen, P.C.
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