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In Part 1 of this two-part presentation, attorney and translator Tom West examines the terminology of a civil lawsuit in Mexico and compares it with the terms used in the U.S. and other Spanish-speaking countries. Typical phrases used in filings and how to translate them are included. What You Will Learn the framework of Mexican…

It's easy to lose sight of the "big picture." Medical translators often focus on technical and scientific jargon when translating medical/instrumental reports, ICFs, regulatory correspondence, CRFs, or marketing and packaging materials. Navigating the lingo can be confusing, not to mention the added wrench of translation (comparison vs. comparator, effectiveness vs. efficacy, adverse events vs. adverse reactions). But looking beyond the task and understanding…

In Part 2 of this two-part presentation, attorney Tom West continues his examination and comparison of terminology used in Mexican civil lawsuits, including evidence (pruebas), types of judgments (sentencias), and appeals (recursos). What You Will Learn the framework of Mexican civil procedure: evidence, judgments, and appeals comparison of terms to U.S. and other Spanish-speaking countries typical phrases…

This webinar provides strategies for translating financial statements and auditors' opinions. A discussion of key terms found in financial statements produced in several Spanish-speaking countries is included. What Will You Learn? Mirror imagery in financial statements Recognition and translation of boilerplate in auditors' opinions Importance of finding parallel financial statements for similar American (or British)…

Working as a translator in the field of intellectual property can be both daunting and rewarding all in the same day. The sheer volume of documents that require review, and the variety of technology with which the linguist must become familiar can be very demanding. But when the "smoking gun" is uncovered, all the effort…

When translating for clinical trials in the drug research industry, it is essential to understand the linguistic style and types of documentation in addition to the terminology. Watch this webinar to learn how the pieces work together to make the whole. Includes strategies you can use to improve consistency and accuracy in your work for…

All translators are called upon to translate a contract at some point in their careers, but what appears at first glance to be an easy task can turn out to be more complicated than it looks. Consider the very title of the document, for instance. Even beginning language students can tell that "contrat" means "contract.…

Superb writing skills are not the first thing that comes to mind when talking about a technical translator’s skill set. The focus is usually on subject-matter expertise or methods for terminology research. Those are crucial, but good technical writing is a third skill that can be developed—one that improves translation quality quickly. This webinar covers…

Not only is medical content challenging for Arabic translators, but also the difference in clinical settings that might not have a relevant equivalent in the Target Language. How can translators tackle such differences and convey the correct meaning in a clear, accurate and simple Arabic? In this webinar, the presenter looks at the challenges that…

Quality assurance systems and regulatory requirements often drive translation needs in the broad chemical industry. We translate standard operating procedures, quality assurance checklists, validation and qualification procedures, and test forms for use in laboratories and manufacturing plants. This session is aimed at technical translators who already do some chemical work and wish to improve their…

International development-translating for government agencies, development contractors, NGOs and private foundations that work in developing countries—may be the biggest specialization you've never considered pursuing. In this session, we'll look at a history of development players, such as the United Nations and its programs and agencies, USAID, other public development agencies and private charitable foundations. The…

Attend this webinar to learn the requirements for the translation of patents for evidence in proceedings at national and international patent offices and courts, as well as requirements for translation of PCT applications for national phase filing. The webinar will cover a methodology for satisfying literal translation requirements, including "conservation of lexemes" and "equivalent phrasing."…

Intellectual Property Law (IPL) can be confusing and overwhelming, especially when dealing with editorials, journals, and authors in literary translation. Translators often wonder what their rights are and how they can protect their intellectual work. The purpose of this webinar is to make the intricate world of IPL intelligible to translators. Our focus will be…

Observe like a detective, be faithful like a court interpreter, decide like a judge. These are the three basic skills every translator needs to work in U.S. courts. Why? Join us to find out! What Will You Learn? The first thing to do with a court document Why the little things matter The how and…

Advertising copy should be transcreated rather than translated. The idea of "transcreation" usually generates a lot of curiosity. But have you ever thought about taking it a step further? Could transcreation be a service you want to offer clients? Find out more about transcreation in this 60-minute ATA webinar. You'll discover which texts should be…

Translating games sounds appealing, but any game localization expert will tell you how challenging this industry is. With a variety of contexts and styles, this world is filled with idioms, catchphrases, puns, and cultural references that could — and should!— be truly localized. And there are also all the challenges posed by audiovisual restrictions, teamwork…