CosmoLex
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
A w ell-designed law firm website isn’t just nice to have—it’s necessary for generating business. But with so many law firms competing for visibility, your website needs to persuasively communicate your firm’s unique value proposition, while also making it easy for potential clients to learn more about your services, connect with your team, and convert from lead into paying client.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
A federal judge in New York dismissed a lawsuit Thursday brought by Raw Story Media, Inc., and AlterNet Media, Inc. against OpenAI. The suit alleged that OpenAI’s product ChatGPT infringed on the plaintiffs’ copyrights by using their news articles to train its language models without authorization and without retaining copyright attribution. The plaintiffs claimed that the removal of copyright information violated the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), which prohibits removing copyright ma
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CARET Legal
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Legal analytics provides actionable insights that help optimize workflows, enhance client relationships, and boost overall firm performance. The ability to harness data analytics is rapidly becoming a key differentiator for law firms. With vast amounts of data generated from case management, billing, and client communications, firms are shifting away from intuition-based decision-making and making data-driven decisions to improve their operations.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
China expressed on Friday its strong objections to two new Philippines laws that define the country’s maritime boundaries over disputed areas in the South China Sea, in its foreign ministry statement and by summoning the Philippines’ ambassador. The Philippine Maritime Zones Act (RA 12064) and the Philippine Archipelagic Sea Lanes Act (RA 12065) were signed into law by Philippine President Ferdinand R.
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HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
“When it comes to costly engagement rings, Mass. is a no-fault state, state’s highest court rules”: John R. Ellement of The Boston Globe has this report. Lance Reynolds of The Boston Herald reports that “ Massachusetts SJC orders $70K engagement ring be returned to man in failed love story.” Jenna Russell of The New York Times has an article headlined “ A Massachusetts Couple Called Off Their Wedding.
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Above The Law
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
If you aren't playing the game, you're sitting on the sidelines watching. The post How Lawyers Can Master Content Creation: 4 Proven Steps To Boost Your Legal Practice appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Human Rights Watch (HRW) said on Friday that Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2034 World Cup overlooked international standards and previous labor rights abuses in the country. The rights group also accused FIFA of ignoring its human rights policy by accepting Saudi Arabia’s bid that does not prevent future abuses against workers. HRW explained that Saudi Arabia’s World Cup bid, especially the independent context assessment, ignored the country’s record of labor rights viol
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Legal Ops professionals are ensuring that resilience is an embedded part of daily operations. The post From Cost Center To Command Center: How Legal Ops Leads With Resilience appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
The Speaker of Ghana’s Parliament, Rt. Honorable Kingsford Alban Bagbin, addressed the media Wednesday regarding the controversy surrounding four parliamentary seats, reassuring them that democracy remains strong. The Speaker assured the people of Ghana that the House is live and at work amidst the determination of the suit Afenyo Markins v. Speaker of Parliament and Attorney General.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
The difference between a paralegal and an exceptional paralegal isn't just competence—it's the bold initiative to anticipate needs, master hidden firm dynamics, and transform challenges into opportunities that showcase your indispensable value. Join this webinar with attorney Joe Stephens to get an insider's perspective into how you can become a strategic asset to your practice!
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Mayor Nine Lives is pushing it hard. The post Rudy Giuliani Waves Red Flag In Front Of Federal Judge In Freeman/Moss Case appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
“NC Supreme Court race could be headed to a recount. Experts say not to expect an upset. Provisional ballots have narrowed the deficit for Associate Justice Allison Riggs to roughly 8,000 votes of 5.5 million cast.” Brandon Kingdollar of NC Newsline has this report.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
They're litigating all around the nation. The post The Litigation Reach Of These Biglaw Firms Is Remarkable appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
“What Deference to the Executive in Halkbank Should Have Looked Like”: William S. Dodge has this post at the “Transnational Litigation Blog.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
From the try-try-again dept The post Fifth Circuit: Lol, No, RFK Jr. You Don’t Have Standing To Sue Joe Biden Because Facebook Blocked Your Anti-vax Nonsense appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
“The last best hope for Supreme Court liberals: Amy Coney Barrett”: Joan Biskupic of CNN has this news analysis (subscription may be required for access).
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Which four words do you think will scare a lawyer the most? The post The 4 Scariest Words For Lawyers: The Finalists appeared first on Above the Law.
LawSites
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
The Canadian Legal Information Institute, a nonprofit organization that is a major provider of free legal research in Canada, has sued a recently launched AI-powered legal research site called Caseway, alleging that it has unlawfully taken CanLII’s cases in order to build its own system.
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Analyzing contract trends with manual contract management is like sifting through a pile of papers in a dimly lit room, trying to find clues manually. Advanced CLM software’s contract data analytics, on the other hand, is like having an AI-based, intelligent magnifying glass that not only highlights key clues but also connects the dots for you. With innovative, AI-powered contract data analytics, you can solve the mystery of trends faster and with greater accuracy, making informed decisions base
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Fake tax bills along with the fake account statements? Bravo, Justin Murphy. The post Local Man Allegedly Co-Conspires With Unwitting IRS In Hedge Fund Scam appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
New guidance from the New York Department of Financial Services explains how financial institutions should assess and mitigate cybersecurity risks associated with artificial intelligence, focusing on four main threats and highlighting how varying environments require specific mitigation measures, say attorneys at Saul Ewing.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
For a legal innovator, it is important to understand what success look likes for the larger organization. The post Benchmarks And Outcomes — Moneyball For GenAI (Part II) appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
The Fifth Circuit remanded to the district court a challenge to Texas' social media law prohibiting platforms from employing certain content moderation practices, ruling that the record on the case is still too undeveloped to resolve.
Speaker: Allison Mears, Adela Wekselblatt, and George Socha
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal industry, and paralegals are at the forefront of this transformation. As AI becomes more integrated into legal workflows, paralegals can streamline their daily tasks, enhance efficiency, and add greater value to their firms and organizations. But what exactly does AI mean for paralegals today—and how can you leverage it to your advantage?
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Let's explore these with a sense of humor and learn how to steer clear of them. The post Conquering Conferences: Avoiding The Faux Pas Of Networking appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filed suit against a former senior banking supervisor with the Richmond Federal Reserve Bank, accusing him of insider trading on stocks of New York Community Bancorp and Capital One Financial Corp.
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Legal departments face retention challenges as in-house counsel eye the door. The post Stat(s) Of The Week: Is Moving Out The Only Way To Move Up? appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
A female former in-house intellectual property lawyer at Elanco Animal Health Inc. sued the pharmaceutical company for gender discrimination in Indiana federal court, alleging she was passed over for a promotion in favor of a less qualified man who later mistreated the women on staff.
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