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 with examinations for discovery by telephone: 1) Visit the lawyers’ websites: It […]
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 court reporters who spend most of their time recording and preparing transcripts for […]
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 benefits to filming an examination for discovery: Bringing in the right element […]
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 the current generation of legal professionals somewhat overwhelmed. That being said, is […]
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.
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.
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.
Court Reporting Tips and Tricks – How to Be a Star Court Reporter
In a previous post we addressed the importance of court reporters for clients engaged in legal proceedings, and the attributes to look for in selecting a court reporter. Here, we offer some tips to court reporters, to help make you into the best court reporter you can be. As a court reporter, you fulfil an […]
Should I Hire a Court Reporter?
Should I Hire a Court Reporter? It is by no means an easy task to find and to retain a high-quality court reporter. The abundance of available choices can leave one feeling overwhelmed, particularly if a certified court reporter is required. For those who aren’t legal professionals, a court reporter is often considered to be […]
IPSO Rules Against DailyRecord.co.uk
DailyRecord.co.uk published two articles online which caused a man to complain to the Independent Press Standards Organisation and identified that they breached Clause (Victims of Sexual Assault) of the Editors’ Code of Practice. Clause 11 requires that the press must not identify victims of sexual assault or publish material that could lead to the identification […]