Objecting Interrogatory Questions Ohio

Summary

Under Ohio law, you can object to interrogatory questions if they are not relevant, privileged, unduly burdensome, or seek opinions. For example, you may object to providing your social security number or specific bank account details due to privacy concerns. Always consult with your attorney for specific advice.

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it’s an interrogatory
I understand you're dealing with an interrogatory. Are you trying to object to certain questions? If so, could I know your jurisdiction? Laws vary by location.
Ohio
Under Ohio law, you can object to interrogatory questions if they are:
- Not relevant to the case.
- Privileged information.
- Unduly burdensome or costly.
- They seek opinions not facts.
Please consult with your attorney for specific advice.
How about this one
Sure, I can help with that. Could you please provide the text of the specific interrogatory question you're referring to?
INTERROGATORIES *. State your complete name (including middle name). address, telephone number, social security number, date of birth, any alias and/or address used in the past six years.
Under Ohio law, you may object to providing your social security number due to privacy concerns. Other details like name, address, and date of birth, are usually considered relevant. Always consult with your attorney for specific advice.
How would you form that objection
Your objection could be formed like this:
"Objection. The request for the social security number is objectionable on the ground that it may infringe on the privacy rights of the respondent. The remaining details are not objected to."
How about this one?
Sure, I can help with that. Could you please provide the text of the next specific interrogatory question you're referring to?
*. Are you currently employed? If so. please provide the name of the employer, the address for the employer, and the telephone contact information for the employer.
Under Ohio law, employment information like employer's name, address, and contact might be relevant to the case. However, if you have valid concerns about providing it, consult with your attorney.
How about this one?
Sure, I can help with that. Could you please provide the text of the next specific interrogatory question you're referring to?
*. Do you own or hold an interest in a checking or savings account at any bank, credit union or other financial institution? If so, please identify the name of the bank where the account is held. branch address. account number(s), and the balance in the checking or savings account as of the date of your responses to these Interrogatories.
Under Ohio law, you can object to providing specific account numbers and balances as it may infringe on your privacy. However, acknowledging the existence of a bank account could be relevant. Consult with your attorney for specific advice.
How would you form that objection?
Your objection could be formed like this: "Objection. The request for specific account numbers and balances is objectionable on the ground that it may infringe on the privacy rights of the respondent. The presence of a bank account is not objected to."
How about this one?
Sure, I can help with that. Could you please provide the text of the next specific interrogatory question you're referring to?
*. Do you wish to attempt to negotiate a settlement of or payment arrangement on the Judgment? If so, please set forth the proposed terms
This question appears to be seeking your intention regarding a settlement or payment arrangement. Under Ohio law, this could be relevant to the case. However, if you're uncomfortable answering, consult your attorney.
Can I ask for help forming answers
Of course, I'd be happy to assist. Could you please provide the specific interrogatory question you'd like help forming an answer to?
INTERROGATORIES *. State your complete name (including middle name), address, telephone number, social security number, date of birth, any alias and/or address used in the past six years.
Your answer could be: "In response to Interrogatory No. *, I hereby state my complete name as [Your Complete Name], residing at [Your Address]. I object to providing my social security number due to privacy concerns." Please consult with your attorney.
Okay how about this one?
Sure, I can help with that. Could you please provide the text of the next specific interrogatory question you'd like help forming an answer to?
*. Do you own or hold an interest in a checking or savings account at any bank, credit union or other financial institution? If so, please identify the name of the bank where the account is held, branch address. account number(s), and the balance in the checking or savings account as of the date of your responses to these Interrogatories.
Your answer could be: "In response to Interrogatory No. *, I confirm that I own a checking account at [Bank Name]. I object to providing specific account numbers and balances due to privacy concerns." Please consult with your attorney.