Magna’s “Spin to Win” wheel isn’t harmless fun—it’s an illegal lottery in disguise. By tying raffle entries to transcript submissions and page counts, the company recreates the same scheme Shaunise Day’s Steno in the City™ ran in Long Beach without DOJ registration. In California and most states, Prize + Chance + Consideration = lottery. No free entry means no compliance.
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The Incontrovertible Record – Why a Stenographer’s Notes Still Reign Supreme
In every courtroom, voices overlap, tempers flare, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Amid the chaos, one thing never wavers: the stenographer’s notes. They are the unshakable record—neutral, permanent, and immune to distortion. Machines may glitch, audio may falter, but the stenographer’s notes never lie. They remain the ultimate safeguard of truth in our justice system.
Court Reporters and the Bully Brigade in the Digital Age
The court reporting profession is evolving rapidly with technological advancements, but social media has introduced new challenges. While platforms offer networking opportunities, they have also given rise to the “Bully Brigade,” where professionals face scrutiny and criticism from peers. This dynamic creates tension over technology adoption, job security, and professional elitism. Navigating these issues requires promoting digital literacy, fostering collaboration, and encouraging constructive discourse within the industry.
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