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The document provides a template and guidance for preparing Initial Disclosures in civil lawsuits within the Northern District Court of California. It outlines the process for obtaining legal information, the steps to complete the Initial Disclosures, including listing witnesses, documents, and damages, as well as serving these disclosures to other parties involved in the case. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of accuracy and completeness in disclosures and offers resources for self-represented litigants.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the California Initial Disclosures template in the editor.
Fill in the case information on the first page, including your name, address, and case number.
Complete Section 1 'List of Witnesses' by listing individuals who may testify. Include their contact information and a brief description of what they know about the case.
In Section 2 'List of Documents and Things', categorize documents that support your claims. Specify their locations for easy reference.
If you are the Plaintiff, complete Section 3 'Damages Computation' by detailing each type of damage and calculating totals.
For Defendants, fill out Section 4 regarding Liability Insurance, stating whether you have insurance related to the claims.
Number all pages of your disclosures and review them for accuracy before signing.
Prepare the Certificate of Service to ensure all parties receive copies of your disclosures as required.

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What must be included in initial disclosures?

The initial disclosures must be duly verified and identify all information, witnesses, and documents that support the disclosing partys claims or defenses. In addition, contractual agreements/arrangements and insurance policies that might influence the litigation outcome must also be disclosed.

What is the new disclosure rule in California?

Beginning on January 1, 2024, parties will be required to make initial witness and document disclosures within 60 days of another partys request. Failure to comply or act in good faith with the new law will result in a court-imposed sanction of $1,000.

Are initial disclosures required in California?

Initial Disclosure Procedure The California Discovery Act now requires that all parties provide initial disclosures within 60 days of a demand by any party to the action or by court order.

What is the California disclosure rule?

SB261 applies to businesses with annual revenues of more than $500 million that do business in California, and mandates disclosure of climate-related financial risks and mitigation measures taken to address such risks, starting January 1, 2026.

Is California a mandatory disclosure state?

California, like many states, requires most sellers of residential property containing one to four units to disclose, in writing, details about the property they being offered. These disclosure obligations apply whether its a standalone home, a high-rise condo unit, or a manufactured or mobile home.

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