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News from Around the PlanetRealtime Reporting – A Mutual Benefit
By Brittany Davies In a previous blog I had mentioned that there is a need for court reporters. At the same time, it is also very important for the reporters on duty today to stay up to date with technology to serve the constantly evolving litigation field. Read on to...
Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre – Ranked as Most Improved Institution
Queen Mary University of London has recently released the findings of its sixth annual international arbitration study. Among those findings is the HKIAC’s ranking as the most improved arbitration institution. The top reasons given for this impressive ranking...
Rough Drafts – Does Quality Really Matter?
Planet Depos is fortunate to work with some highly sophisticated clients. Many of them appreciate the fact that Planet Depos court reporters are equally sophisticated in their craft in that they can offer valuable services such as rough draft transcripts. What we’ve...
Selecting the Right Interpreter
When taking the deposition of a witness who doesn’t speak English, the right interpreter will keep the proceedings moving at a reasonable pace. Additionally, a qualified interpreter ensures that your questions are understood, as well as your witness’ answers are...
The Latest Writers and CAT Software Technology – Part 4
Parts 2 and 3 of this blog featured the latest and greatest in technology for your writer. Now, just as important, let’s discuss the newest technology in CAT software. When is the last time you upgraded versions of your CAT software? Certainly you realize that...
The Latest Writers and CAT Software Technology – Part 3
In Part 2 of this series, we highlighted the features of the Luminex writer. Perhaps it piqued your curiosity that it may be a good fit for you? Before you make the financial commitment, however, you owe it to yourself to be a savvy shopper and see what else might...
Enjoying Local Culture While Taking International Depositions
International travel for your depositions can be exhausting -- and not nearly as glamorous as it may seem. However, traveling around the globe to take depositions or other legal proceedings is certainly not without its perks. For example, it exposes you to a...
Planning Your Depositions in Japan Around Silver Week
Japan’s Silver Week refers to a trio of consecutive holidays in September, which doesn’t occur every year. After 2015, Silver Week will next come along in the year 2026 (this is due to the equinox changing yearly). The three holidays in question are Respect for the...
Writer and CAT Software Support – a Must for Every Reporter, Part 2
In Part 1 of this blog we discussed why your writer and CAT software support agreements are so important. But just because you have a current support agreement for your writer doesn’t mean you shouldn’t consider all that a new writer has to offer you. When did you...
Writer and CAT Software Support – a Must for Every Court Reporter, Part 1
Court reporters are very busy people. Traveling is a part of an active reporter's schedule. Whether you're just traveling a few miles to a law firm or all the way around the world to cover depositions overseas, your tools of the trade are your livelihood. Just...