Jamal Lacy, Esq., Author at Readback

Posts by Jamal Lacy, Esq.

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Massachusetts adopts “Noticer’s Choice” for civil depositions (What this means for civil practice in the Commonwealth)

An amendment to the Massachusetts Rules of Civil Procedure will set the course for remote depositions in the Commonwealth, establishing a new normal for…

17th February 2025

Jamal Lacy, Esq.

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Proposals and Public Comment: California Judge rejects “wait and see” approach to court reporter shortage, expands electronic recordings

Some may feel that the court reporter shortage is a problem without a solution. But is it, really? For years, California has debated the…

31st October 2024

Jamal Lacy, Esq.

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Proposals and Public Comment: How Wyoming’s New Rule Adds Structure and Protocol to Remote Depositions

(Cover Image created by ideogram.ai) This year, Wyoming will join the list of states adding structure and protocol to remote depositions by augmenting its…

4th September 2024

Jamal Lacy, Esq.

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Proposals and Public Comment: Readback’s Policy Review for July 2024

California Judicial Council examines appropriate role for generative AI in state courts. California remains an interesting case study for legal technology, demonstrating what could…

1st July 2024

Jamal Lacy, Esq.

Proposals and Public Comment: Readback’s Policy Review for April 2024

Florida and New Jersey ponder responsible AI use, consider guidelines tailored to rules of professional conduct What responsibilities do attorneys have when it comes…

24th April 2024

Jamal Lacy, Esq.

Devising Depositions: Readback’s Meet and Confer for April 2024

Federal court distinguishes “pre-pandemic” concerns, allows remote depositions. It may seem like ages ago, but there was a time when legal professionals saw remote…

18th April 2024

Jamal Lacy, Esq.

Devising Depositions: Readback’s Meet and Confer for March 2024

Indiana federal district court cites argument to liberally grant remote depositions. There’s reason to believe that the ongoing debate over remote depositions isn’t much…

28th March 2024

Jamal Lacy, Esq.

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Proposals and Public Comment: Readback’s Civil Procedure Review for March 2024

New Hampshire considers removing court reporter licensure, bill is adopted by state House of Representatives. The state of New Hampshire may be approaching a…

26th March 2024

Jamal Lacy, Esq.

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When Court Reporting Can’t Keep Up: Milwaukee Continues To Explore Non-Stenographic Options

States find themselves at a crossroads when tasked with navigating the persistent nationwide court reporter shortage. One option? Tweak the status quo in hopes…

18th March 2024

Jamal Lacy, Esq.

Proposals and Public Comment: Readback’s Monthly Civil Procedure Review for January 2024

Washington to consider proposals on remote depositions and tech security. When it comes to state approaches to this post-pandemic new normal, Washington stands out…

4th March 2024

Jamal Lacy, Esq.