Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California
What associated costs can be recovered by a Witness who travels to a depostion?
I have been asked to provide a depostion which is being held 60
miles from where I live for a case that my previous employer is
involved. I'm taking time away from my new employer to provide
this testimony and I'm a salaried employee. I will incur travel time,
time to give testimony, car driving expenses and parking costs.
What costs will be reimbursed and am I entitled to any kind of a
stipend since I'm a third party to this case?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: What associated costs can be recovered by a Witness who travels to a deposti
Don't expect to get rich off the government allowance. You're entitled to a witness fee of $35 per day and and mileage actually travelled both ways multiplied by 20 cents. You may demand the fees before you even open your mouth to testify.
Re: What associated costs can be recovered by a Witness who travels to a deposti
You might want to ask them if they will come to you for the dep, particularly if you haven't been served with a subpoena.
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