Deleting portions of transcript after the job has been turned in? Really? - CSRNation2024-03-29T07:03:16Zhttp://csrnation.ning.com/forum/topics/deleting-portions-of-transcript-after-the-job-has-been-turned-in-?commentId=1736041%3AComment%3A1284236&feed=yes&xn_auth=noMy only issue with what I did…tag:csrnation.ning.com,2013-10-05:1736041:Comment:12844692013-10-05T03:35:45.571ZKelli Combs (admin)http://csrnation.ning.com/profile/Kellicombsadmin
<p>My only issue with what I did on this case is it was three hours of my own time after turning in the final product that I was not compensated for. Never once did anyone at this firm offer to pay me for this time. They did, however, admit this was a very unusual case with some extraordinary requests that they weren't used to either. I just said, "Never again." I did it once and that's enough.</p>
<p>Where else would you spend three hours of your time working for free? I'd say may be not…</p>
<p>My only issue with what I did on this case is it was three hours of my own time after turning in the final product that I was not compensated for. Never once did anyone at this firm offer to pay me for this time. They did, however, admit this was a very unusual case with some extraordinary requests that they weren't used to either. I just said, "Never again." I did it once and that's enough.</p>
<p>Where else would you spend three hours of your time working for free? I'd say may be not too many places.</p> I worked on this same case. …tag:csrnation.ning.com,2013-10-04:1736041:Comment:12844622013-10-04T10:47:33.934ZJanethttp://csrnation.ning.com/profile/JanetMcHugh
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<p>I worked on this same case. There was a stipulation among all parties at the deposition that the transcript would be sent to one of the attorneys for redactions prior to any distribution of the transcript. This was highly sensitive information. The procedure was agreed to by all parties. I don't find anything unethical about the procedure at all.</p>
<p>I have also done the same thing when working on sensitive security information for the government. They redact the transcript…</p>
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<p>I worked on this same case. There was a stipulation among all parties at the deposition that the transcript would be sent to one of the attorneys for redactions prior to any distribution of the transcript. This was highly sensitive information. The procedure was agreed to by all parties. I don't find anything unethical about the procedure at all.</p>
<p>I have also done the same thing when working on sensitive security information for the government. They redact the transcript prior to its release. </p>
<p> </p> Would opposing counsel be not…tag:csrnation.ning.com,2013-10-04:1736041:Comment:12842362013-10-04T06:39:42.743ZIda Applebyhttp://csrnation.ning.com/profile/IdaAppleby
<p>Would opposing counsel be notified (given a copy) of redacted transcript as well? </p>
<p>Would opposing counsel be notified (given a copy) of redacted transcript as well? </p> We reporters understand the i…tag:csrnation.ning.com,2013-10-04:1736041:Comment:12844102013-10-04T06:36:04.723ZIda Applebyhttp://csrnation.ning.com/profile/IdaAppleby
<p>We reporters understand the importance of maintaining a good working relationship with attorneys/clients; however, when an attorney requests changes to a transcript at any time, I believe it is highly unethical. Besides, if opposing counsel caught wind of such edits in the transcript, you would be called to task to explain why an accommodation was made. Remember, our first and foremost obligation is to create an accurate transcript, and your name is on the certification. I would have…</p>
<p>We reporters understand the importance of maintaining a good working relationship with attorneys/clients; however, when an attorney requests changes to a transcript at any time, I believe it is highly unethical. Besides, if opposing counsel caught wind of such edits in the transcript, you would be called to task to explain why an accommodation was made. Remember, our first and foremost obligation is to create an accurate transcript, and your name is on the certification. I would have politely told the attorney making edits and changes in the record cannot be done and would hurt the integrity of the transcript. I hope this piece of advice helps. </p> Federal court reporters perfo…tag:csrnation.ning.com,2013-09-07:1736041:Comment:12819202013-09-07T22:10:39.766ZDenise Paddockhttp://csrnation.ning.com/profile/DenisePaddock
<p>Federal court reporters perform redactions at no additional cost to the parties. In the freelance world, there should be an additional hourly charge assessed for services rendered. The intact confidential transcript should remain available and a transcript marked "redacted" should be produced. It seems the reporting agency would place the signed, agreed-to notice of redaction in the firm's file and include a copy of it with delivery of the final certified as a separate attachment,…</p>
<p>Federal court reporters perform redactions at no additional cost to the parties. In the freelance world, there should be an additional hourly charge assessed for services rendered. The intact confidential transcript should remain available and a transcript marked "redacted" should be produced. It seems the reporting agency would place the signed, agreed-to notice of redaction in the firm's file and include a copy of it with delivery of the final certified as a separate attachment, provided to counsel of record.</p> Thanks for the vote of confid…tag:csrnation.ning.com,2013-07-17:1736041:Comment:12775112013-07-17T17:02:52.076ZCynthia Dunbarhttp://csrnation.ning.com/profile/CynthiaDunbar
<p>Thanks for the vote of confidence! Sometimes it feels like I'm working in a vacuum - thank goodness for this site...</p>
<p>Thanks for the vote of confidence! Sometimes it feels like I'm working in a vacuum - thank goodness for this site...</p> Brava, Cynthia!
tag:csrnation.ning.com,2013-07-13:1736041:Comment:12770712013-07-13T12:14:05.074ZDean Morrishttp://csrnation.ning.com/profile/molas
<p>Brava, Cynthia!</p>
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<p>Brava, Cynthia!</p>
<p></p> I guess my two cents roll wit…tag:csrnation.ning.com,2013-07-12:1736041:Comment:12769692013-07-12T22:46:03.428ZCynthia Dunbarhttp://csrnation.ning.com/profile/CynthiaDunbar
<p>I guess my two cents roll with those (Amanda and Quyen?) who are wondering if it was agreed upon by all parties that those words should be redacted. There should be a written stipulation or agreement by all those present that something should be either redacted or modified after the proceeding. We can't even attached exhibits off the record; so I'm assuming there's some proof that this was requested an agreed to by all involved. Opposing counsel would be ticked, I think, if they saw a…</p>
<p>I guess my two cents roll with those (Amanda and Quyen?) who are wondering if it was agreed upon by all parties that those words should be redacted. There should be a written stipulation or agreement by all those present that something should be either redacted or modified after the proceeding. We can't even attached exhibits off the record; so I'm assuming there's some proof that this was requested an agreed to by all involved. Opposing counsel would be ticked, I think, if they saw a transcript with unilateral redactions. </p>
<p>I may be putting my foot in my mouth if agency owners read this, but if I ever get the vibe that an agency wants something done for the client in a way that may appear to question my objectivity, I just won't do it. I do call the CRB for advice too, and I've NEVER mentioned names - only scenarios. They're super helpful. I do see myself as an extension of the court when it comes down to brass tacks. I know there are client servicing issues and marketing issues, but I'll draw the line where I'm uncomfortable. Plus, as a freelancer, I never know when I will get opposing counsel as a client. </p>
<p>And, honestly, if someone hires me and their client is negligent or remiss in conducting a depo (I'm not saying that's what happened in your case necessarily) - it's not my job to pick up the pieces and place myself into a potentially adversarial position with the other parties. So that's my main concern with this. </p> Yep, Kelli, same thing for my…tag:csrnation.ning.com,2013-07-09:1736041:Comment:12753502013-07-09T02:21:41.822ZDean Morrishttp://csrnation.ning.com/profile/molas
<p>Yep, Kelli, same thing for my Conf/Non-conf transcripts' separation , 3 hours. Ridiculous.</p>
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<p>Yep, Kelli, same thing for my Conf/Non-conf transcripts' separation , 3 hours. Ridiculous.</p>
<p></p> No, I didn't call the board. …tag:csrnation.ning.com,2013-07-08:1736041:Comment:12751572013-07-08T22:56:24.682ZKelli Combs (admin)http://csrnation.ning.com/profile/Kellicombsadmin
<p>No, I didn't call the board. I like working for this agency because they have great work. If I make too much of a fuss, they'll not use me again. I will say, however, it took me three hours to redact all of the confidential testimony and then make another transcript and just add the confidential testimony (the words) and page and line numbers. Extremely tedious. I also told them I didn't want to go back on this case again, as I was scheduled for it later in the month. Way too much…</p>
<p>No, I didn't call the board. I like working for this agency because they have great work. If I make too much of a fuss, they'll not use me again. I will say, however, it took me three hours to redact all of the confidential testimony and then make another transcript and just add the confidential testimony (the words) and page and line numbers. Extremely tedious. I also told them I didn't want to go back on this case again, as I was scheduled for it later in the month. Way too much extra work. </p>