Devil in the Details: Gilbert King on Truth and Transparency in the Judicial Process
How long does an appeal in a federal criminal case take?
As litigators know, the United States follows the so-called “American Rule” when apportioning the costs of litigation. Unless a statute specifically provides otherwise, parties in court are responsible for their own...more
Whether taking a deposition in person or remotely, having a clear record is essential for use at trial, possible settlement and/or impeachment. We’ve polled hundreds of court reporters with thousands of reporting hours under...more
The process of scheduling a deposition can have several moving pieces, from counsel’s and the witness’ schedules to arranging for a court reporter, videographer and/or interpreter. And then there’s finding an appropriate...more
Depositions allow attorneys to gather important information from witnesses before a court trial begins. As such, these official proceedings are the cornerstones of the discovery phase of a legal case. Although both...more
“I shot the clerk?” Or was it “I shot the clerk.” Accurate punctuation can affect the guilt or innocence of a litigant. Punctuation can also save lives: “Let’s eat, grandma,” or “Let’s eat grandma.”...more
The world is headed back to trial, but some things have changed. Virtual and hybrid depositions have become the new standard, even after mandated social distancing has abated – and for litigators, there are many nuances to...more
Conducting remote depositions during the COVID-19 pandemic required attorneys to litigate cases under unfamiliar circumstances as everyone coped with social distancing and other government health mandates fashioned in...more