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Law Firm Informs First-Years It Will Fire One-Third Of Them… But Won’t Say Which Until Later

Above The Law

It's the Hunger Games, but for associates. The post Law Firm Informs First-Years It Will Fire One-Third Of Them… But Won’t Say Which Until Later appeared first on Above the Law.

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131 escape Malaysia immigration detention center leading to one casualty

JURIST

Ruslin Jusoh, Director-General of Malaysia’s Immigration Department, announced Thursday that 131 primarily Rohingya men from Myanmar escaped from the Bidor Immigration Detention Center in Perak, Malaysia, with one being killed. Perak police provided details of the incident, revealing that the fatal event occurred during a riot within the detention center when an escapee attempted to cross a highway and was struck by a passing vehicle.

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Filling Station: How to Prepare Your Law Firm for Document Assembly

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Most law firms that aren’t yet into it, want to get into document assembly – because they understand the advantages related to quicker document preparation = more work volume, or more time off. But, a lot of those potential document assembly users get caught in the starting blocks – because they don’t know to prepare toward the launch of a document assembly software.

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Federal appeals court blocks Oregon inmates lawsuit against governor over COVID-19 vaccine administration

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The US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit blocked on Thursday prison inmates’ lawsuit against Oregon Governor Kate Brown and others for putting the inmates on the lowest tier of priority for access to the COVID-19 vaccine. The court found that the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness (PREP) Act immunized state officials and the vaccine administration from liability.

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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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Visual Basic: Two Types of KPIs for Law Firms

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Law firms have not necessarily used data to their advantage, like other businesses. But, you know what they say: better late than never ! And, if you haven’t tried launching and managing KPIs in your law firm , there’s no time like the present, for doing just that. Now, KPIs (key performance indicators) are simply numbers derived from statistics that define part of a law firm’s process.

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Court of Appeals of Indiana Finds "Eggshell Plaintiff" Doctrine Doesn't Apply to Murder & Voluntary Manslaughter Cases

EvidenceProf Blog

The "eggshell plaintiff" or "eggshell skull" doctrine generally "holds that holds that a defendant’s liability in a tort claim is not mitigated by a plaintiff’s unforeseeable, pre-existing susceptibility to injury." But does the doctrine apply to a murder or voluntary.

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Greece police clash with protestors following demonstrations against foreign universities bill

JURIST

Greek police officers clashed with protestors waving wooden poles with red flags at demonstrations that took place Thursday night decrying Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ bill that would grant licenses to foreign universities to operate within the nation. Videos appear to show that police later utilized tear gas against the protestors after several of their officers were allegedly attacked.

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“Thoughts on the Declining Numbers of SCOTUS Clerks Becoming Law Professors; One track became two”

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“Thoughts on the Declining Numbers of SCOTUS Clerks Becoming Law Professors; One track became two”: Orin S. Kerr has this post at “The Volokh Conspiracy.” The post “Thoughts on the Declining Numbers of SCOTUS Clerks Becoming Law Professors; One track became two” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Ukraine Defense Ministry suspends senior official upon corruption investigation

JURIST

The Ukrainian Defense Ministry announced Friday that it had suspended senior official Toomas Makhkur after the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) announced that it had exposed an embezzlement scheme within the ministry. In January, the SSU reported that it had discovered an embezzlement scheme involving current and former ministry officials and an arms company, Lviv Arsenal.

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

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.

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“Gov. Lee picks Memphis judge Mary Wagner for upcoming Tennessee Supreme Court vacancy”

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“Gov. Lee picks Memphis judge Mary Wagner for upcoming Tennessee Supreme Court vacancy”: Evan Mealins of The Tennessean has this report. The post “Gov. Lee picks Memphis judge Mary Wagner for upcoming Tennessee Supreme Court vacancy” appeared first on How Appealing.

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US Treasury sanctions Sudan companies accused of funding civil war

JURIST

The US Department of Treasury imposed sanctions Thursday on a Sudanese financial institution and two companies accused of funding belligerents in the ongoing civil war in the northeast African country. The sanctions involved Alkhaleej Bank, as well as development company Zadna International and metal ore company Al-Fakher Advanced Works. In a press release, the Treasury accused the companies of funding the conflict, laundering money for the military and “engaging in policies that threaten

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“Trump’s critics hope that Antonin Scalia can sway the Supreme Court in 14th Amendment fight”

HowAppealing

“Trump’s critics hope that Antonin Scalia can sway the Supreme Court in 14th Amendment fight”: John Fritze, now with CNN, has this report. The post “Trump’s critics hope that Antonin Scalia can sway the Supreme Court in 14th Amendment fight” appeared first on How Appealing.

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EU imposes sanctions on Guatemala officials for role in attempted coup

JURIST

The European Union (EU) on Friday imposed sanctions against five individuals from Guatemala that “undermine[d] democracy, the rule of law or the peaceful transfer of power in Guatemala” according to a press release by the Council of the EU. The Friday sanctions followed a January 12 Council decision , purported to freeze assets of those who were “responsible for, engaging in, providing support to, or benefitting from, actions that undermine democracy, the rule of law or the pea

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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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“US court to hear JetBlue, Spirit appeal over blocked merger in June”

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“US court to hear JetBlue, Spirit appeal over blocked merger in June”: Nate Raymond and David Shepardson of Reuters have this report. The post “US court to hear JetBlue, Spirit appeal over blocked merger in June” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Hong Kong court convicts 4 activists over rioting on anniversary of handover

JURIST

The District Court of Hong Kong convicted Hong Kong activists Gregory Wong, Ng Chi-yung, Ho Chun-yin and Lam Kan-kwan on Thursday over rioting at Hong Kong’s Legislative Council Complex on July 1, 2019. The riot occurred on the anniversary of Hong Kong’s handover to China and occurred in the broader context of the 2019 Hong Kong protests.

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“Supreme Court Lets West Point Keep Using Race in Admissions”

HowAppealing

“Supreme Court Lets West Point Keep Using Race in Admissions”: Greg Stohr of Bloomberg News has this report. You can access today’s order of the U.S. Supreme Court at this link. The post “Supreme Court Lets West Point Keep Using Race in Admissions” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Malaysia pardons board halves ex-PM Najib Razak’s corruption sentence

JURIST

News agency CNA revealed Wednesday that the top pardons board in Malaysia halved former Prime Minister Najib Razak’s 12-year sentence for corruption, embezzlement and money laundering through Malaysia’s state-owned 1Malaysia Development Berhad ( 1MDB ). The board has also reduced the imposed fine to 50 million ringgit ($10.6 million) from 210 million ringgit.

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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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“Supreme Court Faces ‘Another Blockbuster Term’ After Slow Start; Over the past four months, a term that early on resembled plain vanilla in the public psyche has become rocky road”

HowAppealing

“Supreme Court Faces ‘Another Blockbuster Term’ After Slow Start; Over the past four months, a term that early on resembled plain vanilla in the public psyche has become rocky road”: Jimmy Hoover of The National Law Journal has this report. The post “Supreme Court Faces ‘Another Blockbuster Term’ After Slow Start; Over the past four months, a term that early on resembled plain vanilla in the public psyche has become rocky road” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Planned restrictions for transgender youth ‘extremely dangerous’: Canada health minister

JURIST

Canadian Minister of Health Mark Holland stated Thursday that the planned restrictions for transgender youth in the Alberta province are “extremely dangerous” and place children “at risk.” Holland’s statement came one day after Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced plans to implement new policies regarding transgender minors’ access to medical treatment, pronoun use in school and participation in sports.

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“Harvard Law Review elects second Black woman president in 137 years”

HowAppealing

“Harvard Law Review elects second Black woman president in 137 years”: Nate Raymond of Reuters has this report. And Harvard Law Today reports that “ Sophia M. Hunt ’25 elected president of the Harvard Law Review.” The post “Harvard Law Review elects second Black woman president in 137 years” appeared first on How Appealing.

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FDA Can’t Reclassify Its Way Out of Reviewing 100,000 LDT Submissions

FDA Law Blog

By Steven J. Gonzalez & Allyson B. Mullen — On January 31, 2024, FDA announced its intent to initiate the reclassification process for most in vitro diagnostic (IVD) products that are currently class III (high risk) into class II (moderate risk). Most of these reclassified tests will supposedly be infectious disease and companion diagnostic IVDs.

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Deposition Prep Like a Pro: Insights from a Paralegals 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.

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“Justice Misses Half of Texas Supreme Court Arguments to Campaign; Justice John Devine absent for 28 of 50 cases this term; Says he watches arguments later, campaigning part of job”

HowAppealing

“Justice Misses Half of Texas Supreme Court Arguments to Campaign; Justice John Devine absent for 28 of 50 cases this term; Says he watches arguments later, campaigning part of job”: Ryan Autullo of Bloomberg Law has this report. The post “Justice Misses Half of Texas Supreme Court Arguments to Campaign; Justice John Devine absent for 28 of 50 cases this term; Says he watches arguments later, campaigning part of job” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Award-Winning Actor Sets Tone For Legalweek’s Heavy Dose Of Acting When It Came To Gen AI

Above The Law

Generative AI dominated Legalweek. but how much amounted to smoke and mirrors? The post Award-Winning Actor Sets Tone For Legalweek’s Heavy Dose Of Acting When It Came To Gen AI appeared first on Above the Law.

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“Fifteen Questions: Jeannie Suk Gersen on Free Speech, Fast Fashion, and Getting Over Yourself.”

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“Fifteen Questions: Jeannie Suk Gersen on Free Speech, Fast Fashion, and Getting Over Yourself.” Jem K. Williams has this interview online at The Harvard Crimson. The post “Fifteen Questions: Jeannie Suk Gersen on Free Speech, Fast Fashion, and Getting Over Yourself.” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Goodwin Is Cutting Even More Associate Jobs Under The Guise Of ‘Performance Reviews’

Above The Law

There's a reason why we referred to this firm as the 'poster child' for recent layoffs. The post Goodwin Is Cutting Even More Associate Jobs Under The Guise Of ‘Performance Reviews’ appeared first on Above the Law.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a