Attorneys Might Find ChatGPT To Be An Essential Research Tool.

While it is pretty basic, ChatGPT can provide a great place to start for lawyers facing a matter not in their current wheelhouse. Just for fun, I asked it about how to conduct a deposition in an eviction case, and this is what it spit out in a few seconds. I didn't ask any follow up questions; but, I am certain that I could coax some pretty useful information out of the bot. Paralegals and law clerks and young lawyers might find this tool very helpful. My query was: "create a list of interrogatories to file in a Florida eviction case."

"Here is a list of potential interrogatories (written questions) that could be filed in a Florida eviction case:

1. Please provide a detailed explanation of the reason for the eviction and any supporting documentation or evidence.

2. Please state the date on which the notice to vacate was served to the tenant.

3. Please provide copies of any rental or lease agreements between the parties.

4. Please state the amount of rent that the tenant owes and provide any supporting documentation, such as receipts or cancelled checks.

5. Please state whether the landlord has made any repairs or improvements to the property that may have contributed to the need for eviction.

6. Please provide any written or verbal communications between the parties regarding the eviction, such as notices or phone calls.

7. Please describe any attempts made by the landlord to resolve the issue prior to filing for eviction.

8. Please provide a list of any witnesses who may have information relevant to the case.

9. Please state whether the landlord has sought the advice of an attorney regarding the eviction, and if so, please provide the name and contact information of the attorney.

10. Please describe any special circumstances or extenuating circumstances that may have contributed to the need for eviction.

This is not an exhaustive list, and the specific questions filed may vary depending on the specific circumstances of the case. It is important to consult with an attorney to determine the most appropriate and relevant interrogatories to file in a particular case."

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[Richard M Georges]

For $20 a month, a user can get priority access to ChatGPT, called ChatGPT Plus. The system can actually conduct a conversation with the user, and amplify and flesh out a particular inquiry. Here is a short colloquy I had today, that took all of 2 minutes, concerning an action against a bank that paid a fraudulent check:
"Create a list of Interrogatories to be used by the Plaintiff in a case involving ediscovery of a bank's determination to honor a fraudulent check.
Here is a list of potential interrogatories (written questions) that a plaintiff could use in a case involving the discovery of a bank's determination to honor a fraudulent check:

Please provide all documentation related to the bank's determination to honor the fraudulent check in question.

Please describe the bank's internal procedures for detecting and preventing fraudulent checks from being honored.

Please provide any training materials or guidelines used by bank employees to identify and prevent fraud.

Please describe any communication between the bank and the defendant regarding the fraudulent check, including any written or verbal warnings or notifications.

Please provide any documentation or evidence of the bank's efforts to recover the funds after honoring the fraudulent check.

Please describe any previous instances of the bank honoring fraudulent checks and the steps taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Please provide the names and contact information of any bank employees involved in the decision to honor the fraudulent check.

Please describe any steps taken by the bank to review or update its procedures for detecting and preventing fraud in light of this incident.

Please provide any evidence or documentation related to any compensation or reimbursement received by the bank for honoring the fraudulent check.

Please describe any relevant policies or regulations governing the bank's decision to honor the fraudulent check, and provide any relevant documentation.

This is not an exhaustive list, and the specific questions filed may vary depending on the specific circumstances of the case. It is important to consult with an attorney to determine the most appropriate and relevant interrogatories to file in a particular case.

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Add some questions concerning the computer systems used in the bank.
Sure, here are some additional questions related to the computer systems used by the bank:

Please describe the computer systems used by the bank to process check transactions, including any software or systems used to detect fraud.

Please provide any documentation or evidence related to the security and maintenance of the bank's computer systems.

Please describe any system updates or modifications made to the bank's computer systems in the past year.

Please describe any procedures in place to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the bank's computer systems.

Please provide any training materials or guidelines provided to bank employees regarding the use of the bank's computer systems.

Please describe any internal or external audits performed on the bank's computer systems in the past year.

Please provide any evidence or documentation related to any previous security breaches or incidents involving the bank's computer systems.

Please describe any disaster recovery or backup systems in place to protect the bank's computer systems and data.

Please provide any evidence or documentation related to the testing of the bank's computer systems for reliability and security.

Please describe any steps taken by the bank to ensure the confidentiality and privacy of customer data stored in its computer systems."

I could probably create a decent set of Interrogatories by myself; but, it would have take a couple of hours of research and drafting.