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The Power of Visual Evidence: Why Video Depositions Are Essential in Modern Litigation

September 19, 2023 3:38 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Litigation can be a complex and challenging process, requiring thorough preparation and strategic presentation of evidence. In modern litigation, video depositions have emerged as a powerful tool to enhance the effectiveness of evidence. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of video depositions and why they are essential in modern litigation. 1. Enhancing Witness Testimony Video depositions provide a significant advantage over traditional written transcripts by capturing the witness’s facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice. These visual cues can significantly enhance the impact of witness testimony. Jurors and judges can better assess the credibility and sincerity... View Article

Why Remote Depositions Are Here To Stay

February 15, 2023 8:54 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Why Remote Depositions Are Here To Stay  Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic slammed the door on in-person depositions, remote ones have become more popular and the norm. They are not going away any time soon, however. Lawyers and court reporters are now accustomed to conducting depositions remotely. It has proven to be more effective and convenient than ever.  Remote depositions have become more popular/the norm because of not only their convenience but also due to the fact that they are less costly than in-person proceedings. Just as one example, lawyers are now able to focus on the deposition instead of spending time... View Article

Expert Tips For Successful Screen Sharing Exhibits

February 15, 2023 5:24 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Screen sharing is a vital tool in today’s workplace. It provides employees with a front-row seat to move through software interfaces in real-time, resulting in enhanced collaboration, training and more. While it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of sharing your screen, there are a few things you should remember when presenting to others. We’ve put together this list of expert tips for successful screen sharing exhibits.  1. Use A Second Monitor A second monitor can help you boost productivity in a variety of ways. Students can use the extra screen space to study online, and businesses can... View Article

10 Tips for a Successful Remote Deposition

November 3, 2022 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Remote depositions were around long before the COVID-19 Pandemic, although the need for them did rise during that time. Remote depositions tend to be easier, quicker, and require less travel (if any at all). However, for a remote deposition to be successful, you do still need to prepare — not to mention have a reliable internet connection. If you are wondering how to have a successful remote deposition, let’s take a look at a few tips. Make Sure Your Witness Is Prepared – One of the most important things is to ensure your witness is fully prepared for the deposition. Though... View Article

Why Are Some Depositions Videotaped?

February 7, 2022 7:03 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Litigation is expensive, which drives some attorneys to try to keep costs low whenever possible. If there’s one area where you shouldn’t cut costs, it’s videotaping depositions. Think of video depositions as a necessary part of the process—and if you’re not willing to take video, that witness’s testimony might not be that important. Here’s why you should consider taping every deposition you take. Why depositions are videotaped Transcripts are an important evidentiary document. The written record makes it easy to analyze testimony, highlight contradictions and come prepared with impeachment material. Unlike video, however, it is much harder to infer tone.... View Article