Court Reporters Get Angry, Deposition Copy Cost Hacks & AI-Assisted Transcription

This week on the Weekly Docket, join Phil and Patrick as they address the massive social media backlash following a controversial post about saving clients money on deposition costs. The duo dives into the logistics and actual expenses behind deposition notices, appearance fees, and transcript orders. They break down the mechanics of the errata sheet review period and dissect the specific Texas Rules of Civil Procedure that allow litigants to bypass high per-page reporter copy fees by requesting transcript inspections directly from opposing counsel. They explored the strategic choices behind when to rely on uncertified transcript excerpts for summary judgment evidence under Texas Supreme Court precedent and when a formal certified copy is mandatory for trial. Finally, they take a macro look at why the court reporting industry is feeling extreme friction, analyzing severe labor shortages alongside a high-stakes Texas Supreme Court battle over whether AI-driven, Human-in-the-Loop (HITL) speech recognition tools can legally replace traditional stenographers. Don’t miss this episode for an unfiltered look at deposition cost-saving strategies, state procedural rules, and the technological disruption transforming the legal profession!

⏰  Timestamps

00:00 Intro

7:44 Can You Change Your Deposition Testimony After the Fact?

13:14 Can You Legally Request Depo Copies From Opposing Counsel?

17:41 Do You Need Certified Depos For TX Summary Judgments?

26:41  Will AI Replace Human Court Reporters?

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