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Regardless of how difficult this process may be, you want the plaintiff's attorney to believe that you are a formidable opponent. You want the attorney to know that you will give the jury an impression of a competent, caring physician who practiced within the standard of care and did everything possible to provide appropriate care for the patient. Smart attorneys will factor this into the chances of winning a verdict, and following a strong physician performance in a deposition, will often drop the case. With all things being equal, jurors frequently side with the litigant who is seen as more credible. Pay close attention throughout the deposition. Pause slightly at the beginning of every answer to make sure you understand the question and to give your attorney time to object if need be.