Frequently Asked Questions About Deposition Video Editing

What are the legalities of editing a deposition video?

While the rules regarding the editing of video depositions vary from state to state, they are substantially similar. An Accurate Vision Account Executive can assist you with information about applicable federal, state and local rules for your region.

Generally speaking, the procedure is as follows:

• The entire video deposition is submitted to the judge, who reviews the transcript and rules on the objections. Where an objection is sustained, the judge may then allow the related question and answer to be removed from the video deposition.
• A copy of the full deposition is then edited, so as to remove the objections, questions and answers that were approved for deletion by the judge. This is done using a copy of the video master, so that the original video of the full deposition is never altered.
• The original and the edited versions of the video deposition are labeled, and the edited version is shown to the jury.
• In some instances the court issues an order whereby video depositions may not be edited.

(See the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure for more information.)

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What do editing services cost?

Accurate Vision quotes editing services on an individual basis because costs vary from job to job. However, there are many editing jobs where our regular rates apply.

Our regular rate for legal video editing is $75/hour plus $25 per edited tape. For expedited jobs, the hourly rate is $127.50/hour plus $25 per edited tape. The hourly rate for RUSH-EXPEDITED jobs is $150.00/hour plus $25 per edited tape.

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What must I provide before editing can begin?

We require a copy of either the full transcript or the condensed transcript. Please highlight the sections we should retain in the edited version.

Additionally, if Accurate Vision is not already in possession of the originals, we require them to be shipped to us or brought by courier.

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How long does it take to edit a legal video?

The time required to produce your final edited presentation will depend on the number of edits required and the number of edited copies required.

Accurate Vision personnel pride themselves on meeting stiff deadlines, and will therefore do everything possible to ensure your editing job is completed in due time, coincident with your exact needs.

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Does Accurate Vision provide specialized editing services?

Yes, indeed we do! We use cutting-edge, state-of-the-art editing tools and are eager to meet any challenge. The motto of our Digital Services Division is "NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE!"

Just call us toll-free at (800) 383-5704 with your specific requirements and we will supply you with a quote tailored to your exact needs.

You can also e-mail us with specific questions about your video-editing requirements.

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Will I need any special equipment to play edited videos?

No, you will not. We will provide you with the finished product on any media of your choice, so as to accommodate the playback equipment you already have.

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How can I get answers to editing questions not covered in this FAQ?

Accurate Vision will be glad to provide cost-free, no-obligation consultation regarding your specific editing needs.

You can take advantage of this offer by submitting a simple Consultation Request online.

Or to receive a consultation now, without delay, call us toll-free at (800) 383-5704.

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