Formal written questions one side must answer in writing, under oath, before trial.
What it means
Interrogatories are written questions that one party serves on another, which must be answered in writing and verified by affidavit. They are used to clarify facts and narrow the issues before trial. In modern Australian practice, courts often require leave (permission) before interrogatories can be administered, and they are used less frequently than discovery, as judges guard against fishing expeditions.
How it's used
The court gave leave for a short set of interrogatories to confirm who authorised the payment.
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