A robot holding a trophy may symbolize progress, but in the courtroom, it represents a dangerous shortcut. While AI may offer speed, only a human stenographer ensures accuracy, accountability, and justice. When automation wins the spotlight, due process can lose. Let’s not trade trust for tech.
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The Era of Aggregation – Lexitas, Veritext, Magna and Others Consolidating the Court Reporting Industry
The court reporting industry is undergoing rapid consolidation as giants like Lexitas, Veritext, Esquire, and Magna absorb smaller firms nationwide. While some see opportunity in acquisition, others are doubling down on independence. This article explores who’s buying, what they’re looking for, and how small agencies can survive—or sell—on their own terms.
The Scopist Crisis – A Silent Threat to the Integrity of Court Reporting
The scopist shortage is becoming a hidden crisis in court reporting. Too many unqualified applicants—often unfamiliar with software like StenoCat32—are delivering error-filled transcripts that compromise accuracy and trust. As court reporters face mounting pressure, it’s time to demand better training, certification, and collaboration from those supporting our record.
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