R151-4-506. Limits on Use of Discovery

The presiding officer shall limit the frequency and extent of discovery regardless of whether either party files a motion to limit discovery if: (1) the discovery sought is unreasonably cumulative, duplicative, or is obtainable from some other source that is: (a) more convenient; (b) less burdensome; or (c) less expensive; (2) the party seeking discovery has had ample opportunity by discovery in the action to obtain the information sought; or (3) the discovery is burdensome or expensive, taking into account: (a) the needs of the case; (b) the amount in controversy; (c) the limitations on the parties' resources; and (d) the importance of the issues at stake in the litigation.