Illinois—home to one of the top four court reporting populations in the U.S.—just saw its association headquarters moved to Florida, a state that has eliminated licensing and gone digital. This alarming relocation by ILCRA raises serious concerns about transparency, oversight, and the future of stenography. Why outsource leadership to a state that no longer values licensed court reporters? Members must demand accountability now.
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When Critique Gets Censored – My Experience With a Trademark Complaint
After receiving a trademark complaint from the founder of Steno In The City, I’m speaking out. This isn’t about infringement — it’s about silencing criticism. I’ve used the name fairly, for commentary and accountability. When brand protection takes priority over ethical responsibility, we have to ask: who’s being protected, and who’s being exploited? This is my experience, and why I won’t stay silent.
The Silence Is Deafening – ILCRA’s Quiet Retreat from Controversial Event Raises Bigger Questions
ILCRA has quietly removed all traces of its controversial June 20 event from its website—without explanation—following weeks of member backlash over its partnership with Steno-in-the-City. Meanwhile, the event remains live on SITC’s site, raising serious questions about accountability and transparency. Did ILCRA cancel? Withdraw? Or just retreat into silence? Either way, members say trust has already been broken—and leadership has failed to lead.
Who Benefits? The Unanswered Questions About the Money Behind ILCRA’s Partnership with SITC
ILCRA’s decision to redirect event registration and payments to the for-profit Steno in the City raises serious ethical and legal concerns. By allowing a private LLC to collect member data, funds, and volunteer labor, ILCRA risks violating nonprofit standards and labor laws. This unprecedented move compromises member trust, blurs organizational accountability, and demands immediate transparency about where the money goes—and who truly benefits.
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