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The Future of Remote Hearings in a Post-COVID World

Posted by Jackie Belasky

Jan 9, 2023 3:22:52 PM

COVID-19 altered many aspects of our lives, including our government and legal system. For those who work in courts or who have been involved in the legal system over the past few years, there have been a lot of changes. Notably, from local courts to federal courts, hearings had to be held virtually because of the pandemic. As COVID-19 restrictions fall away, the courts are deciding what the court process will look like in the future. Will remote hearings continue to be a part of the legal process, or will courts return to their in-person protocols following the pandemic?

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How Technology Is Transforming the Court System

Posted by Jackie Belasky

Sep 16, 2022 2:31:06 PM

The move to virtual hearings at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic not only helped protect public health; it also increased participation in court proceedings. Technological advancements affect every industry and organization. As new digital technologies arise, they present new, more effective ways to get things done, and the court system is no exception.

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Virtual Courts ... Predictions and Beyond

Posted by Jackie Belasky

Feb 4, 2021 8:20:58 PM

The pandemic of 2020 will be remembered for generations, not only due to the loss of life but also because of the changes it forced society to make. Wearing masks, social distancing, and teleworking have changed almost every aspect of American life—including the court system. Although the long-term goal of returning to normal, the reality is that some aspects of virtual depositions and court applications may continue long term.

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4 Ways COVID-19 Has Transformed Court Procedures

Posted by Jackie Belasky

Jul 29, 2020 3:45:00 PM

With social distancing recommendations in place by the CDC during the COVID-19 pandemic, courts have found new ways to conduct proceedings. Technology has played a large role in transforming proceedings, with numerous states seeing success with these new practices. 

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Electronic subpoena management saves time and cost [VIDEO]

Posted by Jackie Belasky

Mar 23, 2015 7:07:44 PM

 

In the courtroom, trials can stretch on for days. They can last even longer if law enforcement officers do not arrive at the appointed times. The Orion CourtNotify cloud-based software has been closing these types of gaps for years now by automating the court notification process and tracking officer's court attendance.

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