Attorney at Work
MAY 21, 2024
In an era of deepfakes and digital deception, a simple shared code word may be your strongest shield. The post How Lawyers Can Use Code Words to Combat Client Voice Cloning and Deepfakes appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
JURIST
MAY 21, 2024
China’s Ministry of Commerce on Monday announced sanctions against three US defense companies for selling arms to Taiwan, placing the companies on the “unreliable entities list.” According to a statement published by China’s State Council Information Office , the sanctioned companies are General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, General Dynamics Land Systems and Boeing Defense, Space & Security.
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LawSites
MAY 21, 2024
Solo and small firm lawyers intend to adopt artificial intelligence at a much faster pace than their larger-firm counterparts, but their clients are even more enthusiastic about the technology, believing it can result in more affordable and higher quality services from their lawyers.
JURIST
MAY 21, 2024
The UK’s High Cout of Justice on Tuesday ruled that recent amendments to protest laws enacted by the Secretary of State were unlawful. The court’s judgment comes as a result of a legal challenge to the amendments brought by the National Council of Civil Liberties. The court scrutinised the legality of the Secretary of State’s regulations, which effectively lowered the threshold for police intervention in public processions and assemblies.
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Above The Law
MAY 21, 2024
OpenAI didn't name the new ChatGPT voice 'ScaRleTt JoHAnsSoN' but might as well have. The post OpenAI Made ChatGPT Sound Like Scarlett Johansson… But Is There Any Legal Problem With That? appeared first on Above the Law.
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Above The Law
MAY 21, 2024
Congratulations to Cornell Law on being a new leader when it comes to LRAPs! The post T14 Law School Raises The Bar For Assistance With Public Interest Loan Repayment appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
MAY 21, 2024
The International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea ( ITLOS ) defined greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions as a form of marine pollution under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea in a landmark advisory opinion released Tuesday. The opinion, a response to inquiries by Antigua, Barbuda, Tuvalu, and the Commission of Small Island States on Climate Change ( COSIS ), asserts that nations are legally bound to curb emissions to safeguard the marine environment.
Patently O
MAY 21, 2024
by Dennis Crouch In a highly anticipated en banc decision, the Federal Circuit has overruled the longstanding Rosen-Durling test for assessing obviousness of design patents. LKQ Corp. v. GM Global Tech. Operations LLC , No. 21-2348, slip op. at 15 (Fed. Cir. May 21, 2024) (en banc). The court held that the two-part test’s requirements that 1) the primary reference must be “basically the same” as the claimed design, and 2) any secondary references must be “so related”
JURIST
MAY 21, 2024
The European Union (EU) officially approved the world’s first landmark AI legislation on Tuesday. The Council of the European Union unanimously adopted the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act , which will enter into force 20 days after publication in the EU’s official journal. Petra De Sutter, Belgian deputy prime minister and minister for telecommunications, said in a press release , “Today was in fact – without exaggerating – a historic day.
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
MAY 21, 2024
At some point, we need to give lawyers access to the advantages AI can provide now. The post The Next Frontier: AI Easy For Lawyers To Really Build appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
MAY 21, 2024
Pakistan’s Provincial Assembly of the Punjab passed on Monday The Punjab Defamation Bill 2024 , which allows the establishment of special tribunals to try individuals who draft, publish or disseminate fake news, according to local outlet Pakistan Today. The act’s passage comes amid protests and free speech concerns from opposition parties.
Above The Law
MAY 21, 2024
You don't often think of the courthouse as a fashion mecca, but here we are. The post Infamous Defendant Is Turning The Courtroom Into A Fashion Runway appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
MAY 21, 2024
India’s Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad arrested four Sri Lankan nationals at Ahmedabad airport on Monday. Authorities linked the suspects to the Islamic State (ISIS). The four were reportedly in contact with a key ISIS leader known as Abu. The Sri Lankan Ministry of Foreign Affairs has not commented on the arrests. The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) discovered an ISIS flag and three loaded pistols among their belongings.
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Modern trial practice has evolved beyond basic organization. With technology reshaping courtrooms and attorneys expecting more than ever, paralegals need to elevate their capabilities while mastering the fundamentals of trial excellence. This comprehensive guide from Steno, built from author Joe Stephens' real-world experience as both a practicing attorney and law professor, provides a blueprint for delivering exceptional trial support in today's complex legal environment.
ABA Journal
MAY 21, 2024
A surge in migrants crossing the southern border has created a case backlog in immigration courts and “a serious shortage of lawyers to help navigate…
JURIST
MAY 21, 2024
A suspect on police bail for allegedly spying for Hong Kong intelligence services in the UK has been found dead in a park , Thames Valley Police reported Tuesday. Police noted that the death, which is under investigation, is “being treated as unexplained.” The police identified the deceased Matthew Trickett, aged 37, from Maidenhead, who was on court bail due to being charged last week with aiding the Hong Kong intelligence service.
Above The Law
MAY 21, 2024
He's at the center of a fight over a male-only lounge. The post Biglaw Partner Called Out For ‘Grossly Misogynistic And Outdated Agenda’ appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
MAY 21, 2024
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Uncover the secret to breaking language barriers and expanding your e-learning reach! This powerful use case reveals how Cesco Linguistic Services transformed 19 training modules for the Colorado Department of Early Childhood into culturally relevant courses in Arabic and Spanish—delivered on time and exceeding expectations. Learn how to localize your content seamlessly, avoid costly pitfalls, and connect with diverse audiences like never before.
Above The Law
MAY 21, 2024
You can’t move the needle on your own. You need leaders across the company to dedicate resources and change behaviors. The post How To Build Executive Support For ESG appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
MAY 21, 2024
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Above The Law
MAY 21, 2024
She claims that the firm should have granted her a religious accommodation from vaccination. The post Former Biglaw Employee Sues Firm After Being Fired For Refusal To Comply With Vaccine Mandate appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
MAY 21, 2024
The first flights arrived on Tuesday after the Australian and New Zealand governments both initiated assisted departures for their nationals in New Caledonia. The evacuations follow the protests and political unrest in the French Territory that has seen at least four deaths, nearly 200 arrests and multiple injuries. New Zealand Foreign Minister, Winston Peters, confirmed the impending departure of the first evacuation flight to New Zealand in a press release on Tuesday.
Speaker: Andrew Klein
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Above The Law
MAY 21, 2024
Showcasing the legal-focused generative AI tools that assist law firms and legal departments for essential tasks. The post Legal AI Tools And Assistants Essential For Legal Teams appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
MAY 21, 2024
The UN Security Council rejected on Monday a resolution drafted by Russia that urged countries to prevent the use of weapons in space. The resolution’s proclaimed purpose was to prevent an arms race in space and preserve space for exclusively peaceful purposes. With seven votes in favor, among them China, and seven against, the draft did not reach the 9 affirmative votes necessary to be passed.
Above The Law
MAY 21, 2024
For something that's so desperately needed, you'd think that the steps taken by law firms to address mental health would be much larger. The post Biglaw Firms Are Finally Taking ‘Small Steps’ To Address Mental Health In The Workplace appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
MAY 21, 2024
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) urged Nigerian authorities on Monday to investigate the detention of journalist Jamil Mabai in Katsina, Nigeria by officials of the Katsina State Hisbah Corps, a religious police force, and hold responsible parties accountable. According to the CPJ, Mabai went to the office of the Katsina State Hisbah Corps to interview their spokesperson on a shooting incident.
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