A complaint merely alleges what the plaintiff is contending occurred (factually)

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A complaint merely alleges what the plaintiff is contending occurred (factually) between the parties. In the answer to thecomplaint, the defendant usually denies the plaintiff's allegations, but says no more. In some cases, however, the defendant will allege facts that controvert those alleged by the plaintiff. Discovery is the process that occurs between the time the answer is filed and the case is actually tried (if it reaches trial). During the discovery phase, the parties resort to the use of interrogatories, depositions, admission requests and document requests. Briefly identify these different items and explain what is the purpose of discovery.

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Discovery will attempt to find:

1. will enable plaintiffs to confirm that such evidence exists with regard to profitability and additionally answer the question as to when, and how, the conservatorship will end

2. The question to be answered is a fact-intense inquiry that will include consideration of whether the FHFA acted at the direct behest of the Treasury. If, as plaintiffs allege, the FHFA was an agent and arm of the Treasury, then this court possesses jurisdiction over plaintiffs

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