ABSTRACT
Rule 37 specifies the process for “forcing” an answer if the other side fails to answer interrogatories or otherwise does not respond to a request for discovery.
FRCP Rule 37. Failure to Make or Cooperate in Discovery; Sanctions
(a) Motion for Order Compelling Disclosure or Discovery. A party, upon reasonable notice to other parties and all persons affected
thereby, may apply for an order compelling disclosure or discovery as follows: (1) Appropriate Court. An application for an order to a party shall be made to the court in
which the action is pending. An application for an order to a person who is not a party shall be made to the court in the district where the discovery is being, or is to be, taken.
