Law Vibe

From Legal Underground:

I usually think it’s best to attend depositions in person. But I’ll make an exception if I ever get a letter such as the one a friend received last week in a mass-tort case:

Dear Counsel:

If you intend on participating in person in the cross-noticed deposition of Dr. H—, please be advised that Dr. H— is highly allergic to all fragrances found in hair spray, perfumes, deodorants, aftershave lotion and other such substances. Washing down after applying these fragrances will not be sufficient to prevent Dr. H— from suffering an allergic reaction. If any person attending the deposition in person fails to adhere to these requirements, the deposition will be stopped.

We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring there is not an unnecessary cancellation of this deposition.

A cramped roomful of lawyers who have been prohibited from wearing deodorant? I think I’d attend by telephone.