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The Critical Role of Stenography in Court Accuracy and Transparency 📜 Imagine a courtroom drama where every word matters. Amidst the intense arguments and testimonies, court reporters ensure justice with their specialized shorthand, stenography. 🔹 Accuracy & Transparency: Stenographers capture every spoken word, creating accurate transcripts crucial for fairness and accountability in the judicial system. 🔹 Historical Value: These transcripts serve as valuable records, providing insights into legal precedents and the evolution of justice. 🔹 Modern Techniques: Today's stenographers use advanced technology for real-time, precise transcripts. 🔹 Public Access & Legal Benefits: Transcripts promote transparency and are essential for legal professionals, journalists, researchers, and students. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gmdknnnj #CourtReporting #Stenography #JusticeServed

Did you know that you can now create, witness, and notarize wills electronically? On March 30, 2023, Governor Walz signed the Uniform Electronic Wills Act. The new law, which took effect on August 1, 2023, expands Minnesota’s existing statutes in such a way that permits wills to be created, witnessed, and notarized electronically. Specifically, the Act defines an Electronic Will as “a will or codicil that (i) is created, signed, or maintained in an electronic, digital, magnetic, wireless, optical, electromagnetic, or other similar medium, (ii) is retrievable in perceivable form, and (iii) is capable of verification that the writing of the electronic will has not been altered after its signing.” In addition to modernizing the execution of wills and closing the disconnect between wills and other legal documents, the Act is intended to encourage more Minnesotans to create a will by making it more accessible and affordable to do so. Contact your Moss & Barnett, P.A. attorney to learn more. #UniformElectronicWillsAct

Join us for a program focused on the ever-evolving landscape of First Amendment rights as they pertain to book bans. In this session, you'll gain practical insights into the latest legal developments in the face of increasing censorship. This program will cover: First Amendment Speech, Navigating Public Library Laws, Texas Legislation and Book Scoring, Penalties for Educators, Statewide Book Bans, Evolving Case Law, Publisher Perspectives and more. 🔗 : https://lnkd.in/gCkTqFi8

The pandemic accelerated the adoption of virtual court hearings, revealing unexpected benefits for access to justice. "A Virtual Path to Justice: Paving Smoother Roads to Courtroom Access" by Amy Petkovsek explores how remote hearings can reduce barriers for low-income clients, from saving transportation costs to minimizing work disruptions. The article also addresses ongoing challenges and long-term implications of this shift. Check out this, and other articles surrounding the intersection of Technology and the Law, in Volume 49, No. 4 of our Human Rights Magazine. Read HERE ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e3bxUWJ4

I'm excited to share our latest blog post, which delves into the recent inaccuracies highlighted in the New York Times' interpretation of Section 230, a crucial piece of legislation that shapes the landscape of online speech and content moderation. This article thoroughly examines how the publication misrepresents both historical context and legal implications, raising important questions about the role of media in accurately conveying information about the First Amendment. For those interested in the intersection of media, law, and free speech, this is a must-read. You can find the full post here: [NY Times Gets 230 Wrong Again; Misrepresenting History and the First Amendment](https://ift.tt/SuJ9iTO)

A reminder! Come learn how courts and litigants are using history in First Amendment litigation tomorrow (Tuesday, the 17th at 1 ET - Constitution Day!). You'll walk away with all sorts of resources for the uninitiated!

Accurate Representation—For Every Trial

"The basic art of the perfect bundle" - in this blog article, Antonia Ford considers how a well-constructed and tactically considered bundle can make all the difference in a trial. A perfect bundle allows the advocate to seamlessly direct a Judge or witness to the relevant evidence. It allows documents to be compared where needed and ensures that all evidence can be read and understood by those involved in the trial or hearing. https://lnkd.in/ecn-YMtq

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