The High Stakes of Legal Interpretation: Why You Need a Certified Court Interpreter in Colorado

By ATA Compass | March 31, 2025

Why accurate legal interpretation matters In the legal system, language accuracy is a matter of justice. Court proceedings rely on precise communication to ensure…

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Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act and Language Access: Who, What, How

By ATA Compass | February 18, 2025

What is Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act? The goal of the Affordable Care Act is to expand access to healthcare, especially to…

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Video Game Localization: Q&A with Expert Marina Ilari (Part 2)

By ATA Compass | February 11, 2025

Expert game localizer Marina Ilari joins us again to answer more questions about the video game localization process. Read on to learn: What to…

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Video Game Localization: Q&A with Expert Marina Ilari (Part 1)

By ATA Compass | February 4, 2025

You’d like gamers around the world to play your video game… but how do you attract international players who speak different languages? Welcome to…

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Why Translators & Interpreters with Disabilities Can Make a Difference

By ATA Compass | November 21, 2024

In case you missed it, October was National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), and this year’s official theme was “Access to Good Jobs for…

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Want Your Children’s Book Translated into Another Language? Answer These 7 Questions First!

By ATA Compass | November 19, 2024

Whether you’re an author or a publisher, you’ve likely grappled with lots of questions before publishing your book. For the translated edition(s), there are…

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Guide to Buying Translation Services, Part IV: Terms to Know

By ATA Compass | November 1, 2024

Terms to Know When you Hire a Translation Provider Translation: converting written text from one language into another  Interpreting: converting speech from one language…

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Guide to Buying Translation Services, Part III: ATA Certification and Legal Considerations

By ATA Compass | October 1, 2024

ATA Certification Respected Credential ATA certification is one of the global translation industry’s most respected and recognized credentials. It is also the only widely…

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What is Transcription and Why Does it Matter?

By ATA Compass | September 25, 2024

Why audio and video transcription are important tools for translation and beyond What do transcription and translation have in common? (Besides starting with the…

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VRI vs VSI Interpreting: A Guide for Language Service Users

By ATA Compass | September 11, 2024

Today, providing language access services, whether through document translation or interpretation services, is no longer just a luxury; they are often required by law…

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Guide to Buying Translation Services, Part II: Working with a Translator

By ATA Compass | September 2, 2024

Working with a Translator Properly preparing to work with a translator is key to a positive outcome. The more information you are able to…

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Guide to Buying Translation Services, Part I: Finding and Choosing a Translator

By ATA Compass | August 1, 2024

Translators help power the global economy, working with businesses, governments, non-profits and individuals. They are an integral part of global communication. Translators work with…

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