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How to select the Right Space for Examinations for Discovery or Examinations out of Court
When conducting an examination of a witness out of court and under oath you should consider not only the procedural requirements of conducting the examination, but also the space in which the examination is conducted. Here are some tips to consider when choosing your...
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Making telephone examination for discovery easy
In order to reduce the cost of litigation, lawyers are beginning to consider conducting the process of examination for discovery by telephone. This approach can save time and money for all parties involved. Here are some tips for court reporters when dealing...
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How Do Court Reporters Transcribe?
The duty of a court reporter is to transcribe spoken or recorded speech into written form with the use of a stenotype, a specialized typewriter. It is designed to allow shorthand typing for quick and easy transcription. The process is one in which helps to ensure...
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Are Younger Court Reporters in Demand?
The notion that court reporters have only a small part to play in the judicial system, is by far, incorrect. They have many important duties at trials, such as transcribing, gathering information, creating transcripts, and translating in some cases. There are some...
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How Important is filming during an Examination for Discovery?
During an examination for discovery, lawyers typically have more freedom to ask questions that they might not be able to pose during an actual trial. In recent times, filming examinations for discovery in Canada is still yet to trend, however, there are several...
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Can voice recognition challenge court reporters?
In a previous blog, we debated whether court reporters were needed. This is one of the most debated subjects and the response is unanimous. As technology continues to rapidly advance, one could say that the courtrooms are seemingly falling behind, which often leaves...
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File Management: Storing Important Court Documents
During the course of a legal proceeding, maintaining court documents is very essential. The more organized and accessible these documents are, the easier the process will be – a little arrangement can go a long way.
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5 Best Practices for an Examination for Discovery
If you are involved in an examination for discovery, the initial step is to be mentally prepared because the proceedings may be intimidating and at times confusing. Here are 5 best practices that help
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Is Court Reporting Crucial to the Judicial Process?
Court reporters go through extensive training and are responsible for recording everything that is said in court proceedings, from which they then create an official record – most commonly referred to as a transcript of the proceedings.
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How to Perfect Your Craft as a Student Court Reporter – Follow these Effortless Tips and Tricks.
It is no secret that a court reporting career can be stressful. Although the rewards are appealing, there are certainly times when the abundance of responsibilities can be demanding. Having a plan in place to help combat the pressure can help ease the sense of being overwhelmed, a feeling experienced by many busy professionals at some point in their career.
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