March 11, 2019 5:41 pm
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As you are likely aware, accuracy in court reporting isn’t just important—it’s mandatory. This goes for everything from the words said by a person in a court setting to the punctuation used in a sentence. As tempting as it can be to try to correct the grammar in transcriptions, everything must remain exactly as the person spoke it. Here’s some information about the importance of punctuation in court reporting in Phoenix, AZ. Navigating the challenges of written versus verbal communication One of the many difficult aspects of a court reporter’s job is figuring out how to accurately transcribe exactly what’s... View Article
February 7, 2019 12:55 am
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Occasionally it is necessary for court officials to bring in language interpreters and translators into legal depositions. This most commonly occurs when the person being deposed either does not speak English or speaks very limited English as a second language and is more comfortable speaking in their native language. If you are called in to serve as an interpreter for a legal deposition in Phoenix, AZ, here are some tips that can help you get through it smoothly: Prepare: Before you head to the courtroom (or wherever the deposition is taking place), make sure you take some time to learn... View Article
December 7, 2018 10:33 pm
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Video depositions are quite common in today’s courtrooms, allowing judges and jurors to evaluate the nonverbal cues of a witness as well as what they have to offer to the case. This type of legal deposition in Phoenix, AZ is much more compelling and beneficial to the case than mere transcriptions and can be useful in providing additional witness testimonies that would not ordinarily be available due to location, time or monetary constraints. However, in order for the video deposition to be useful in the case, you want the deposition to be clear, concise and compelling to viewers. You need... View Article
December 4, 2018 2:24 am
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A deposition is a type of legal process that involves a person giving sworn testimony without having to go in front of a judge in a courtroom to do so. Instead, the person being deposed goes to the office of the attorney taking the deposition or to any other mutually agreeable location. The person being deposed could either be a party in a lawsuit or a possible witness with evidence for the case. Either party in a lawsuit could be required by the court to testify at a deposition, and anyone not a party to the case could be required... View Article
August 2, 2018 9:44 pm
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Documentation is a critical part of any legal practice. This is particularly the case when it comes to business dealings. Understanding how to handle a legal deposition in Phoenix, AZ is essential, whether you’re taking a case to trial or plan to settle out of court. Requirements vary from state to state, and ensuring that every detail is correct will be essential when the documentation is scrutinized. Experienced attorneys hone their skills in preparing legal documentation. As a client, it’s helpful to have a legal team that isn’t just expert in deposition services in Phoenix, AZ, but also can cut... View Article
