
How to Become a Certified Translator
The exponential growth of globalization has enabled nations to reach out from their geographical borders and forge meaningful connections...

The Many Definitions of Translation
We've heard of how biblical anecdotes portray language as a great divide capable of deterring cooperation, coordination, and...

Translation Services for Families: What, When & How
Translation can impact our lives in so many ways. Whether you're moving to a different country or applying for a temporary visa to...

In-Depth Guide To Buying A Translation Service
Throughout the years, translation services have been persistently high in demand within international businesses, government agencies,...


The Unabomber, Forensic Linguistics to the Rescue!
If there is anything I've learned about forensic linguistics, it is not to underestimate the power of language. This becomes evident in...


Final defense witness in Garcia Zarate case questions SFPD translation
It amazes me how people can overlook the seriousness of translating/interpreting. Many think it is something that any bilingual person...


Quiz: How much do you know about translation?
The more you know about a product or service, the better equipped you are to make advantageous decisions. Here is a little quiz about...

Why you cannot rely on machine translation for your content
Machine translation is especially pernicious to legal documents! R2D2 and The-Birth-of-Venus by Pilcrow What would a machine feel by...


LawProse Lesson #272: Ending your sentences with punch
Both translators and attorneys are writers at heart. Here's a hearty tip for both of us! Last week, we addressed the legal writer’s bad...
LawProse Lesson #280: A short English-usage quiz
As a follow-up to our legal-usage quiz from last week, here are 10 questions of common English usage that can trip up even the most...