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Transforming Courtrooms: How In-Court Processing is Streamlining Justice in the Digital Age

equivant January 30, 2025

While there have been great strides made in the justice industry to modernize courtrooms, there are still many courts utilizing paper processes. It’s understandable because paper has been a trusted process for decades. But new technology is paving the way for courts to establish new, more efficient processes that significantly cut time and operating expenses. In this blog post, we explore what In-Court Processing is, why many courts are still hesitant to adopt it, and how this technology is such a game-changer.

7 Important Court Technology Trends You Should Expect in 2025

equivant January 15, 2025

As we move into 2025, the justice industry will transform significantly due to artificial intelligence (AI), improving access to justice, data governance, and virtual services. While challenges related to security, privacy, and ethics remain, there is a growing demand for AI and cloud-based systems. Read these seven upcoming trends in the justice system.

A Practical Guide for Understanding and Using AI in Your Court

equivant December 6, 2024

Judicial Tools is a comprehensive, research-based case management tool designed specifically for Judges and Magistrates. The solution allows Judicial Officers to review, manage, and update case files from anywhere at any time.

The Power of Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) in Your Court

equivant October 22, 2024

Discover how Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) is transforming the justice system in this post. We explore ODR’s origins in e-commerce, its growing role in courts, and its benefits for efficiency, transparency, and access to justice. Learn how this secure, tech-assisted approach can streamline conflict resolution and improve user experience for all stakeholders. Dive into the future of dispute resolution today!

What Artificial Intelligence (AI) Is and What It’s Not

equivant October 9, 2024

We’ve all encountered AI in some capacity, and it’s becoming increasingly integrated into our lives. However, there’s still confusion about what AI truly entails. In this post, we’ll discuss the reasons behind this confusion, the various types of AI, its current applications in the justice industry, and how to prepare for its future impact.

Maintaining Court Privacy During the Rise of Artificial Intelligence

equivant September 11, 2024

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) has taken off over the last several years, there’s been a lot of buzz and excitement about the possibilities. But there has also been some fear and concern. In the justice

Modernizing Case Management in a Cloud-Based World

equivant August 15, 2024

Cloud-based case management systems have been adopted more regularly in court systems over the past several years – a trend that is growing rapidly. Since the pandemic, the need for cloud-based applications has increased, and

The Future of Court Technology: The Real Shift Towards Cloud and App-Based Enterprise Systems

equivant July 11, 2024

The judicial system is on the brink of a technological revolution. Traditional client-server and web-based (thin client) enterprise systems are rapidly losing favor among court employees, paving the way for cloud and app-based enterprise solutions.

AI in the Justice Industry: What Courts Need to Know and What’s Coming

equivant May 8, 2024

While artificial intelligence (AI) has been around for a while, it made a big splash in 2023. There are many components of AI, and the implications for the legal industry are huge. As AI continues to evolve, we expect to see more courts exploring what AI means for them specifically and determining the measurable gains of its use. In addition, we expect courts to explore some of the hot topics related to court privacy, cyber security, and deep fakes as they pertain to AI.

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