Although some video technology can be easy to use, we recommend against videotaping your own depositions and legal proceedings. Hiring a professional legal videographer helps ensure that the audio and video are captured clearly and professionally, while allowing you to focus on the legal proceeding itself.
2) Is it expensive to hire a legal videographer?
A common misconception is that legal video services are expensive. Court House Videos provides cost-effective legal video services tailored to your needs.
Using professional video and other trial technology can provide significant value to your case by helping preserve important testimony and evidence that may otherwise be difficult to capture or review.
Contact Court House Videos to discuss your specific needs and receive information about our services and pricing.
3) Is technology changing the way cases are presented?
Very much so! Although the principles of presenting a case remain the same, technology has changed the way information can be presented to attorneys, judges, and juries.
Professional video can be an effective way to communicate testimony, evidence, and other important information while helping make presentations more organized, engaging, and efficient.
4) What can we use legal video for?
Legal video can be used to document many aspects of a legal case besides depositions.
Court House Videos provides video services for a variety of legal and professional needs, including:
Depositions Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs) / CMEs Site surveys and inspections Witness statements and documentation Insurance claims and investigations Legal signings Day-in-the-Life videos Litigation and trial support Evidence and documentation Other legal and case-related video needs
5) What do I do with a video after the deposition?
Your completed video can be used in several ways depending on the needs of your case. It can be reviewed for case preparation, used as part of a presentation when permitted, or retained as part of your case records.
Court House Videos delivers completed video files electronically through a Dropbox link, making it easy to access, download, store, and share your files without the need for physical DVDs.
6) Why should I videotape a deposition?
There are several reasons to videotape a deposition. Depending on the type of case and the circumstances surrounding it, video can help capture not only the witness's testimony but also their appearance and demeanor.
Video can also be useful for case preparation, reviewing testimony, and courtroom presentation when permitted. Professional legal videography helps ensure the deposition is captured clearly and reliably.
7) What are the benefits of using a professional legal videographer?
A professional legal videographer is trained to capture high-quality video and audio while maintaining a professional and neutral environment.
Professional equipment and proper recording techniques help ensure that the testimony is clearly documented and that the video is suitable for its intended legal use.
8) What equipment does a legal videographer use?
Professional legal videography may require more than a standard consumer camera.
Court House Videos utilizes professional equipment designed for legal and professional recording, including:
High-definition cameras Professional audio equipment Lapel and conference microphones Studio lighting setups Multi-channel audio recording
The equipment used for each assignment may vary depending on the location and specific requirements of the job.
9) Can you provide additional equipment for my assignment?
Yes. Depending on the needs of your assignment, additional professional equipment can be provided.
Please let us know your requirements when scheduling so we can determine the appropriate equipment for your specific needs.
10) Can you videotape things other than depositions?
Yes. Court House Videos provides professional video services for a variety of legal, professional, and documentation needs.
Services may include site surveys, inspections, legal signings, IMEs/CMEs, witness statements, Day-in-the-Life videos, evidence documentation, and other case-related assignments.
11) Can you provide video editing services?
Yes. Court House Videos provides digital video editing services for projects that require editing, organization, enhancement, or preparation for presentation.
Please contact us to discuss your specific editing requirements.
12) What will the deposition cost me?
Cost is one of the advantages of partnering with Court House Videos. We offer competitive rates tailored to your requirements and specifications.
Some of the factors we may take into account when providing pricing include:
The geographic location of your deposition The duration of the assignment The type of service requested The equipment required Any additional services requested
Our goal is to provide professional legal video services at competitive rates while meeting the specific needs of your case.
13) How soon can I get my video?
Our completed video files are delivered electronically through Dropbox rather than physical DVDs.
Turnaround time may vary depending on the length and requirements of the assignment. If you have a specific deadline or expedited delivery requirement, please let us know when scheduling so we can discuss your needs.
14) Can the videographer bring extra equipment to the site?
Yes. Videographers can bring additional professional equipment depending on the needs of the assignment, such as additional cameras, professional microphones, lighting equipment, and other recording equipment.
The cost of additional equipment may vary depending on the location of the assignment, how long the equipment is needed, and what equipment is requested. 15) What are the most common formats for a finished deposition video?
Court House Videos provides digital video files delivered electronically through Dropbox, eliminating the need for physical DVDs.
The specific file format and delivery requirements can be discussed when arranging your assignment.
16) Do you provide courtroom playback services as well?
Yes, Court House Videos can provide courtroom playback and presentation services when requested.
Our team can assist with the playback and presentation of video during legal proceedings, depending on the requirements of the case and the location.
17) How does Court House Videos deliver courtroom playback?
Court House Videos can provide professional playback and presentation support for legal proceedings.
The specific equipment and setup used will depend on the courtroom, location, media format, and requirements of the proceeding.
18) Can you edit videos that we already have for playback in court?
Yes. Court House Videos can provide digital video editing services for existing footage when editing is appropriate for the intended courtroom presentation.
Please contact us to discuss your specific requirements.
19) What types of playback equipment do your operators use?
Our equipment can vary depending on the requirements of the proceeding and the type of media being presented.
Court House Videos can provide professional presentation and playback equipment as needed, including large-screen projection and audio/video playback equipment.
20) Can the video deposition be edited for use in court?
Yes. Court House Videos offers digital video editing services for legal video when permitted and when editing is appropriate for the intended use.
Please contact us to discuss the requirements of your case and the type of editing needed.
21) How can I get answers to questions not covered in this FAQ?
Court House Videos will be glad to provide a cost-free, no-obligation consultation regarding your video needs.
If you have questions about an upcoming deposition, legal video assignment, editing project, courtroom presentation, or another service, please contact us directly.
Call or Text us at: 954-562-2019
Court House Videos 1210 North West 76th Avenue Plantation, Florida 33322