Above The Law
DECEMBER 2, 2024
The works perk of greater flexibility that associates received during the pandemic may be here to stay. The post Biglaw Associates Still Want Flexibility, Remote Work Options appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Amnesty International submitted on Monday a petition to the Pre-Trial Judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC) requesting an end to the ICC Prosecutor’s delay in starting the court’s investigation against Nigeria. Amnesty International submitted the request on behalf of victims of war crimes and crimes against humanity in northeast Nigeria.
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HowAppealing
DECEMBER 2, 2024
“Gender-Affirming Care in the Court’s Crosshairs”: You can access today’s new episode of the “Strict Scrutiny” podcast via this link and on YouTube.
JURIST
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Noor Ul Huda is a JURIST staff correspondent in Pakistan and a recent graduate of Punjab University Law College. She files this dispatch from Lahore. The last week of November was a troubling time for Pakistan, marked by significant protests and internet disruptions in major cities such as Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Lahore, as well as the closure of motorways across the country.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
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HowAppealing
DECEMBER 2, 2024
“Supreme Court Hears Case on Flavored Vapes Popular With Teenagers; The question for the justices was whether the Food and Drug Administration had acted lawfully in rejecting applications from makers of flavored liquids used in e-cigarettes”: Adam Liptak of The New York Times has this report. Justin Jouvenal and Rachel Roubein of The Washington Post report that “ Supreme Court appears sympathetic to FDA’s rejection of flavored vapes; The FDA has rejected applications for more t
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HowAppealing
DECEMBER 2, 2024
“Hearing held on request to remove attorney general from case involving NH Supreme Court justice; Attorneys for Supreme Court justice say attorney general has conflict of interest”: Tim Callery of WMUR has this report.
JURIST
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Russian security forces raided several bars and nightclubs in Moscow on Saturday as part of efforts to combat what is classified as LGBT propaganda. During the operation, police seized electronic devices, weapons, and alcohol. Videos shared on social media from the Arma nightclub (formerly known as Mutabor) captured scenes of club-goers sitting on the dance floor as riot police walked around the club.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 2, 2024
“WPATH, ‘Transgender Healthcare’ and the Supreme Court; The group’s so-called Standards of Care are an attempt to stack the deck by concealing rather than exploring the evidence”: Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall will have this op-ed in Tuesday’s edition of The Wall Street Journal.
JURIST
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Human Rights Watch on Monday demanded that Ethiopian authorities immediately reverse the suspension of three human rights organizations–the Centre for the Advancement of Rights and Democracy (CARD), the Association for Human Rights in Ethiopia (AHRE), and Lawyers for Human Rights in Ethiopia (LHR)–so that they can freely operate. The respective organizations have been served suspension letters by the Ethiopian Authority for Civil Society Organizations since November 14, which has seen their acti
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 2, 2024
“A Meta DIG and Its Nvidia Implications; The Supreme Court granted certiorari in Nvidia to provide guidance on whether and how plaintiffs can use expert reports in securities fraud complaints, notwithstanding any factual issues presented by the case; If the court DIGs Nvidia based on those factual issues, it will further muddy this important legal issue and lead plaintiffs lawyers to push courts to follow the U.S.
JURIST
DECEMBER 2, 2024
The US Supreme Court on Monday heard oral arguments in a case where the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) refused to approve flavored e-cigarettes, citing public health concerns. The FDA denied applications from two companies—Triton Distribution and Vapetesia—to sell flavored liquids for use in e-cigarettes, also known as vapes. Under the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act , the FDA must authorize new tobacco products before they enter the market; among the necessary criteria, ap
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 2, 2024
“Supreme Court grapples with FDA’s refusal to approve flavored vapes; As e-cigarettes have flooded the market, the FDA’s role in approving new tobacco products is put under a microscope”: Lawrence Hurley of NBC News has this report. And John Kruzel and Andrew Chung of Reuters report that “ US Supreme Court wrestles with FDA denial of flavored vape products.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 2, 2024
It’ll render ‘extremely compelling legal verdicts.’ Sure…. The post Elon Musk Feeds AI ‘All Court Cases,’ Promises It Will Replace Judges Because He’s An Idiot appeared first on Above the Law.
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HowAppealing
DECEMBER 2, 2024
“The Right’s About-Turn on Parental Rights: Next week’s trans healthcare ban case at SCOTUS reveals the conservative legal movement’s deepest hypocrisies.” You can access the new episode of Slate’s “Amicus” podcast via this link.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Whaddaya gonna do, sue the president? The post Hunter Biden Got Pardoned, And Special Counsel Weiss Is PISSED appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 2, 2024
“Hunter Biden’s Pardon Is Understandable — But Wrong. Who wouldn’t try sparing a child from prison? It’s still a tragedy for the republic.” Law professor Noah Feldman has this essay online at Bloomberg Opinion.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 2, 2024
YSL Steel has a cool ring to it. The post Model Lawyer Brian Steel Models Client’s New Clothing Merch appeared first on Above the Law.
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HowAppealing
DECEMBER 2, 2024
“Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice David Prosser dead at 81”: Jessie Opoien of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel has this report. And Andrew Bahl of The Cap Times of Madison, Wisconsin reports that “ David Prosser, former Wisconsin Supreme Court justice, dies at 81.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Special bonuses are hours-based at this firm, but extra special bonuses are also available for the highest billers. The post This Firm Is Handing Out Bonuses On Top Of Bonuses For Associates Who Billed Their Butts Off appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 2, 2024
“Is the Supreme Court about to let red states ban hormone treatment for transgender teens?” David G. Savage of The Los Angeles Times has this report. Kelsey Reichmann of Courthouse News Service reports that “ Supreme Court wades into thorny fight over healthcare for trans teens; Transgender teens will take their fight for gender-affirming healthcare to the Supreme Court this week; The justices’ review of equal protection privileges could catch parents’ rights, discr
Above The Law
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Not a good look for the profession. The post Ohio Lawyer Disbarred After Stealing Nearly A Million Dollars From Clients appeared first on Above the Law.
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.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 2, 2024
“The future of NEPA — Why NEPA was not part of the plot in Mad Max: Fury Road.” Adam Unikowsky has this post at his Substack site, “Adam’s Legal Newsletter.
SCOTUSBlog
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Share The court will begin the December session this morning with oral arguments in FDA v. Wages and White Lion Investments, LLC and U.S. v. Miller. The first case is a dispute over the FDA’s 2021 rejection of two companies’ applications to sell fruit and candy flavored vape liquids, which the agency said are a risk to youth. The justices will then consider a case on whether a payment to the IRS shortly before a debtor files for bankruptcy must be returned.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 2, 2024
“Ex-Baseball Minor Leaguer Makes SCOTUS Debut in Transgender Case; Tennessee SG Matt Rice to argue at high court on behalf of state; Former Thomas clerk also spent time in Big Law”: Kimberly Strawbridge Robinson of Bloomberg Law has this report. And Lydia Wheeler of Bloomberg Law reports that “ Transgender Lawyer Strangio Faces Tough Road in High Court Debut; First openly transgender attorney to argue at Supreme Court; State ban on gender-affirming care for minors challenged.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 2, 2024
The firm is matching the Milbank scale -- if you bill enough. The post Associates At This Biglaw Firm Don’t Have To Fish For Bonuses Anymore appeared first on Above the Law.
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