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Law Practice

Jan. 6, 2021

SB 1146: Modernizing the legal industry with remote depositions and e-services

If there is a silver lining to COVID-19 related court closures, it's that it forced our legal system to modernize quickly to address the mounting backlog of cases. Civil litigation came to a near standstill back in March when courthouses closed and attorneys had no experience with remote litigation.

Dylan Ruga

Partner
Stalwart Law Group APC

Phone: (310) 954-2000

Email: dylan@stalwartlaw.com

UCLA SOL; Los Angeles CA

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If there is a silver lining to COVID-19 related court closures, it's that it forced our legal system to modernize quickly to address the mounting backlog of cases. Civil litigation came to a near standstill back in March when courthouses closed and attorneys had no experience with remote litigation. Senate Bill 1146, which went into effect in September, allows the use of web video platforms and internet technology to keep legal cases moving and reduce confusion.

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