What Is the Purpose of the Discovery Phase in a Private

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the discovery phase in a private lawsuit?

A) to allow each side an opportunity to obtain expert evidence that can later be used at the trial
B) to disclose evidence in support of the claims in the lawsuit and test the strength of the opposing party's claims
C) to cross-examine all of the witnesses that will be called at trial
D) to enable each side to make its allegations