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News from Around the PlanetUltimate International Deposition Guide Debuts in 2016
Planet Depos is pleased to announce the release of their International Deposition Guide. This guide has been carefully developed to provide practical and in-depth assistance as you prepare to take depositions abroad. Highlights include checklists that break...
Perks of Being a Court Reporter
By Brittany Davies Before working at Planet Depos I had almost no idea what a court reporter was. I knew my aunt was one when I was younger, but that meant almost as much to me as when Rachel thought Chandler was a “transponster” on an episode of Friends. Now with...
Winter Driving Safety
By Brittany Davies With the brunt of winter just around the corner, February, it's always better to be safe than sorry when it comes to facing Mother Nature. Being prepared for the cold and icy weather is especially vital if traveling in a car. Avoid emergencies,...
Organization Tips for a Successful 2016
By Brittany Davies and Suzanne Quinson In a previous blog we outlined ways to make it through the busy last few months of the year without a drop in motivation or productivity. Now that the holiday bustle is over and 2016 has begun, it’s time to prepare for another...
International Depositions – Should You Attend in Person or Remotely?
International depositions involve several logistical steps which are not a concern when planning depositions in the U.S. One of the issues to address is whether you should attend your overseas deposition in person. Travel is a big expense, which could be a major...
PowerPoint tips for your Opening or Closing Statements
By David Andre In my last blog post, I discussed using Google Maps images in vehicle-related cases. This post will discuss a few tips when creating PowerPoint presentations for your opening or closing statements. I’ll start off by stating that it’s very easy to misuse...
Depositions in the Philippines
Though not a party to the Hague Evidence Convention, the Philippines permits voluntary depositions of willing witnesses, regardless of the nationality of the witness. The Philippines imposes no restrictions nor requirements as to where such depositions can be taken. ...
Court Reporting: An Under-Marketed Profession, Part 2
By Brittany Davies In a previous blog I covered the fact that the profession of court reporting is an under-marketed profession and one that is in high demand. You know the basics. Let’s hear from reporters why they love the job! “I can say I always love the...
Scheduling Depositions in Poland
If you find yourself scheduling depositions in Poland, you may want to extend your stay an extra couple of days to take advantage of the opportunity to delve into your surroundings and explore the culture and history. Poland offers fascinating sites and a beautiful...
Extra Pages in U.S. Passports Coming to an End
By Neal Price If you’re a U.S. attorney whose practice focuses on international arbitrations, intellectual property matters, or patent litigation, you likely travel internationally quite a bit. Here’s a question - does your passport look like a mini-novel with a few...