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Inter-American Court finds Guatemala responsible for 1989 forced disappearances of Indigenous rights defenders

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The Inter-American Court of Human Rights released its ruling in the Case of Pérez Lucas et al v. Guatemala on Thursday, finding the State responsible for the forced disappearance of four Indigenous human rights defenders in 1989. The court determined that Guatemala violated multiple rights under the American Convention on Human Rights when state agents forcibly disappeared Agapito Pérez Lucas, Nicolás Mateo, Macario Pú Chivalán, and Luis Ruiz Luis, who were Indigenous Maya K’iche’ me

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Clarence Thomas Joining Upstanding, Heroic Folks Like Putin And Prince Andrew With New Portrait

Above The Law

The official Clarence Thomas portrait is coming! The post Clarence Thomas Joining Upstanding, Heroic Folks Like Putin And Prince Andrew With New Portrait appeared first on Above the Law.

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Patent Claim Count

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The updated patent claim count data through 2024 reveals a continuing trend toward standardization in claim counts, with both the median and mean hovering around 16-17 claims per patent. The perhaps the most striking feature of this longitudinal data is the dramatic reduction in variance – from a standard deviation of about 15 claims in the mid-2000s to just about 7 claims today.

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Legal Analytics Company Trellis Unveils AI Tools Designed to Streamline Litigation Workflows

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In a move that marries a massive database of state litigation data with the generative capabilities of artificial intelligence, Trellis, a legal technology company known for its analytics tools and extensive collection of state trial court records, today released Trellis AI, a new set of generative AI tools aimed at simplifying litigation tasks.

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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.

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Embracing your feedback: How it shapes One Legal’s future 

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One Legal's platform transforms with your feedback: learn how we respond with an iterative approach using your input. The post Embracing your feedback: How it shapes One Legal’s future appeared first on One Legal.

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We Should Criticize The Judiciary. It’s How We Hold The Institution Accountable.

Above The Law

Apparently, even the slightest hint of criticism is equivalent to 'attacking' the courts. The post We <em>Should</em> Criticize The Judiciary. It’s How We Hold The Institution Accountable. appeared first on Above the Law.

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The Rise of ‘Non-Transitory’ Claims: How a Single Word Became Key to Software Patent Eligibility

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by Dennis Crouch Recent patent prosecution data reveals a striking trend: the percentage of utility patents containing "non-transitory" software claims continued to increase -- from virtually zero 15 years ago to nearly 22% in 2024. This dramatic rise illustrates both the central role of software in our patent system and the peculiar formalistic requirements that have emerged around software patent eligibility under 35 U.S.C. § 101.

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Jury Finds Global E-Discovery Company Violated Criminal Computer Security Law when It Accessed Woman’s Emails

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A Texas jury in a civil case has found that Consilio, which describes itself as “the global leader” in e-discovery, violated a Texas computer security criminal statute when it accessed the plaintiff’s computer without effective consent.

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Supreme Court won’t hear challenge to Alaska campaign finance laws

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Share For the second week in a row, the Supreme Court did not add any new cases to its docket for the 2024-25 term. In a list of orders released on Monday morning, the justices turned down several dozen petitions for review that they had considered at their private conference on Friday, including petitions asking them to weigh in on the constitutionality of state campaign finance laws and an Alabama man’s death sentence.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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US DOJ report exposes abusive conditions at Fulton County Jail

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The US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced in a report on Thursday that the Fulton County Jail in Atlanta routinely violates the constitutional rights of individuals in its custody. The DOJ’s report revealed the findings of a civil rights investigation launched in July 2023, uncovering pervasive abuses at the facility that included failures to protect inmates from violence, the use of excessive force, and neglect of essential medical care and humane living conditions.

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Telehealth Advocates Praise DEA’s 3rd Extension of Telemedicine Flexibilities, but Call for Further Action

Above The Law

The DEA recently announced the third extension of Covid-19 flexibilities for the virtual prescribing of controlled substances. Telehealth advocates applaud this move but remain hopeful for a more permanent solution in the future. The post Telehealth Advocates Praise DEA’s 3rd Extension of Telemedicine Flexibilities, but Call for Further Action appeared first on MedCity News.

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How a medical malpractice defense attorney gains a competitive edge with Casefleet

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Handling complex medical malpractice defense cases, often with over 20,000 pages of medical records, requires more than just organization—it demands efficiency and precision. For Tom Prato , a partner at Brown, Gruttadaro & Prato PLLC in Rochester, NY, staying ahead means using Casefleet since 2017 to streamline his document review and case management process.

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Social Media Cos. Must Face Schools' Public Nuisance Claims

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Meta Platforms and other social media giants must face most of the public nuisance claims brought by school districts and local government entities in multidistrict litigation alleging the companies designed their platforms to addict children, a California federal judge ruled Friday.

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Paralegal Power Move: Your Guide to Getting the Tech Tools That Maximize Your Time

Your time is valuable—and you know the right technology could help you do even more. From document management to client communication, modern tools can transform how you track deadlines, manage cases, and support your legal team. This practical playbook shows you how to: Compare and evaluate technology vendors Understand all costs and ROI potential Build a compelling presentation Handle common objections Pitch your solution like a pro Created by legal technology experts who understand how pivota

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Don’t Just Show, Prove: Why Lawyers Need Expert Video Storytelling in the TikTok Era

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Joe Douglass | Done well, videos become powerful, persuasive tools that sway juries and adjusters alike. The post Don’t Just Show, Prove: Why Lawyers Need Expert Video Storytelling in the TikTok Era appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Foreign diplomats in UK accused of crimes including sexual assault and indecent exposure

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The Foreign Office revealed in a Thursday statement delivered in both the UK’s House of Commons and House of Lords that nine “serious and significant offenses” were allegedly committed by foreign officials with diplomatic immunity in 2023. The crimes include sexual assault, indecent exposure, and child cruelty, among others. “We define serious offences as those which could, in certain circumstances, carry a penalty of 12 months’ imprisonment or more,” said Par

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Unhinged Federal Judge Thinks Criticizing Judge Shopping Causes Death Threats

Above The Law

After this, you'll probably be even more convinced that judge shopping is a problem. The post Unhinged Federal Judge Thinks Criticizing Judge Shopping Causes Death Threats appeared first on Above the Law.

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How It Works: A Walkthrough of Steno’s new Transcript Genius Transcript Analysis Tool

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This week on How it Works, we feature Transcript Genius, Steno’s new AI-powered transcript analysis tool. Transcript Genius helps attorneys streamline workflows, extract insights, and build stronger cases at no extra cost. It automates transcript analysis, allowing attorneys to ask questions in a conversational format and receive specific answers with page and line citations.

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Case Study: Maximize Client Compensation by Unlocking the Power of Diminished Value

Your auto accident clients don’t realize that they have lost value in their vehicle because the insurance company covered their repairs and gave them a rental to drive until their vehicle was “brand new.” When they realize that loss in value is when they go to trade or sell their car.

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Nvidia, Microsoft Rip Antitrust Suit And Its 'Imaginary' Cartel

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Nvidia and Microsoft have urged a Texas federal judge to toss a startup's suit alleging that they engaged in an anticompetitive conspiracy to fix prices for graphic processing units used in powering artificial intelligence, with Nvidia saying the startup's "low patent quality" is just as likely to have caused purported injuries.

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AI in Finance and Banking, November 17, 2024

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This semi-monthly column by Sabrina I. Pacifici highlights news, government reports, NGO/IGO papers and conferences, industry white papers, academic papers and speeches on the subject of AI’s fast paced impact on the banking and finance sectors. The chronological links provided are to the primary sources, and as available, indicate links to alternate free versions.

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Family members of civil rights leader Malcolm X sue US authorities for involvement in assassination

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The daughter of civil rights leader Malcolm X filed a civil action Friday against the US, the city of New York, and the estates of various former federal agents for their alleged role in concealing, condoning, and facilitating X’s assassination in 1965. The family of Malcolm X is represented by noted civil rights attorney Ben Crump. The suit accuses agents, leaders, and informants for the US Department of Justice (DOJ), the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), the Federal Bureau of Investiga

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ATL’s Legally Themed Halloween Costume Contest: The Finalists (2024)

Above The Law

Who will be the winner of our fifteenth annual law-related Halloween costume competition? The post ATL’s Legally Themed Halloween Costume Contest: The Finalists (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.

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Enhance Your Legal Document Translations with The Ultimate Comprehensive Checklist

Are you a paralegal professional aiming to elevate your practice and ensure impeccable translation of every legal document you handle? Cesco’s Legal Document Translation Checklist is your ultimate guide to achieving excellence. Learn how to prepare for translation by identifying your audience and selecting qualified translators. Simplify and review documents to ensure clarity and consistency.

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Justices debate particularity of complaint in NVIDIA securities fraud suit

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Share The justices closed the November session on Wednesday with NVIDIA Corp v. E. Ohman J:or Fonder AB , a case arising out of the use of NVIDIA chips by crypto miners. The legal problem presented for the justices is whether the complaint – which alleges that NVIDIA misled investors by downplaying the sale of its chips for crypto mining rather than gaming – was sufficiently particular to get over the relatively high pleading standard required for such cases.

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FTX Prosecutors Tout Tech Chief's 'Outstanding Cooperation'

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Manhattan federal prosecutors urged a lenient sentence for former FTX technology chief Zixiao "Gary" Wang, telling the court on Wednesday that his "outstanding cooperation" was instrumental in securing the lightning-fast indictment and ultimate conviction of founder Sam Bankman-Fried for an $11 billion fraud that sank the crypto exchange.

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The Importance of Pro Bono Paralegal Work

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By Andrea M. Blosser In the legal field, the term “pro bono” refers to legal services provided voluntarily and without payment. While most people think of attorneys when they hear about pro bono work, paralegals play an equally important role in providing these services. In North Carolina, pro bono paralegal work not only supports access […] The post The Importance of Pro Bono Paralegal Work first appeared on NCBarBlog.

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Georgia demonstrators stage mass protests against official confirmation of pro-Russia party election win

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Georgian demonstrators rallied in protest Sunday over parliamentary election results which saw the “Russian friendly” Georgian Dream Party win the majority vote by 53.93 percent. The election was initially disputed and deemed “illegitimate” by President Salome Zurahishvila and the opposition parties until the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) confirmed Georgian Dream’s victory on Saturday.

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Deposition Prep Like a Pro: Insights from a Paralegal's Playbook

Speaker: Kaitlyn "The Persnickety Paralegal" Story

Deposition preparation is a critical aspect of a paralegal's role, requiring meticulous attention to detail and proactive management of the case timeline. In this session, participants will explore how effective deposition preparation not only contributes to the success of the legal team but also helps maintain a balanced workflow, minimizing last-minute crises.