JURIST
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Tanzania police on Monday arrested opposition members, including prominent opposition leader Tundu Lissu, and journalists in Dar es Salaam before planned peaceful protests calling on the government to address the abduction of opposition members in recent months. The opposition had called for citizens to join in the rally, which the Tanzanian government had banned , citing security concerns.
LDA PRO
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
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JURIST
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Around 5,000 Moroccan lawyers protested a series of judicial reforms proposed by the government in Rabat on Saturday which would significantly diminish the role of defence lawyers and harm the integrity of the justice system. The lawyers argue that the proposed reforms to Morocco’s Civil Procedure Code and Criminal Procedure Code violate key legal principles by limiting a lawyer’s involvement in critical stages of legal proceedings.
Sterno
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Steno is delighted to announce the appointment of Prabhdeep Singh to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO), an addition that marks a pivotal moment in our journey. With a background in scaling operations at high-growth startups like Uber and WeWork, his unique expertise will further help Steno redefine operational efficiency and client service.
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.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Council of Europe (COE) Commissioner for Human Rights, Michael O’Flaherty, on Monday criticized Poland’s current legislation on migrants handling, stating that it fails to meet the standards of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). O’Flaherty highlighted that the practice of returning migrants to Belarus without an individual assessment violates several human rights protected by the Convention.
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JURIST
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The Tunisian General Labour Union (UGTT) on Saturday condemned a proposed change in the country’s electoral laws submitted 15 days before the presidential elections. In a letter published by Echaabnews, the organization’s media outlet, UGTT’s Secretary General Noureddine Taboubi rejected the amendment as unacceptable and demanded it be stopped.
HowAppealing
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
“One judge, one courthouse: Why judge-shopping is an issue in the U.S. Lawmakers and federal judiciary leaders have tried to keep plaintiffs from steering their cases to specific judges. But the proposals face pushback.” Tobi Raji of The Washington Post has this report.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
World leaders adopted a “ Pact for the Future ” at the 2024 UN Summit for the Future on Sunday, indicating their renewed commitments to a number of key international goals. The President of the General Assembly described the summit as “a call to action” that recommits states to “the principles of international law, the goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the promise of the United Nations Charter to save future generations from the pain of war.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Additional bonus penalties may be coming for those who don't go to the office. The post Penalties For Violating Biglaw Office Attendance Mandates May Soon Have More Bite appeared first on Above the Law.
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
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The Supreme Court of India ruled on Monday that individuals can face criminal liability for viewing, downloading, storing, or distributing child pornography. This landmark decision—based on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act ( POCSO ), 2012 and the Information Technology Act ( IT ), 2000—strengthens protections for vulnerable minors.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Law school deans think that change is coming too quickly to the California bar exam. The post Law School Deans Have ‘Grave Concerns’ About California Bar Exam appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Amnesty International on Monday called on the US to provide urgent humanitarian aid to more than 8000 displaced Syrians in the Rukban camp, a remote area in southeast Syria that borders Jordan and Iraq. Rukban became one of the crossing points for Syrian refugees fleeing the Syrian Civil War in 2011. However, due to security concerns, Jordan blocked refugees at Rukban from entering the country, leading to the creation of the refugee camp.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
* Judge says law firm "defiled the very temple of justice." [ Bloomberg Law News ] * Our national nightmare is over: law firm's Rosie the Ve-LAW-ciraptor mascot returned after being stolen two years ago. [ KWTX ] * FTC sues pharmacies over measures designed to inflate insulin prices. [ Reuters ] * Law school deans worried about California's future bar exam, but in fairness they were worried about its past bar exam so this is an ongoing issue. [ ABA Journal ] * Even this Supreme Court is tired of
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JURIST
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Human Rights Watch (HRW) renewed its call for governments to address racial discrimination and inequalities in healthcare, in the statement issued on Monday. In its statement, HRW cited General Recommendation No. 37 of the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) concerning racial discrimination and the right to health.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Okay, they're technically suing SpaceX. Po-tay-to, po-tah-to. The post Who Is Suing Elon Musk Today? Cards Against Humanity, COME ON DOWN! appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
In a report last week, the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) stated that attacks by Russian armed forces on energy facilities in Ukraine may have violated international humanitarian law. The consequences of such attacks are horrifying and lead to the idea that by doing so, Russia is not only likely to be violating international humanitarian law, but is also creating conditions in which it is extremely difficult for Ukrainians to fully exercise their basic rights as enshrined
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Mergers, mergers, and more mergers! Biglaw firms really have the urge to merge in Q4. The post Top Biglaw Firm Announces Merger With Top Midsize Firm appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global
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ABA Journal
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Disrupted sleep and anxiety lead the list of well-being challenges experienced by surveyed lawyers, according to a new survey report by Bloomberg Law.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
A feel good story about the 1976 Copyright Act! The post Documentary Shows How Musician Clawed Back Rights To Number 1 Hit After Decades Of Being Paid Nothing appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Ari Kaplan recently spoke with Bill Potter, the vice president of presales engineering at Nuix, a leading investigative analytics and intelligence software provider.
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The LMA shares insights on handling AI with outside vendors and leveraging firm culture for business development. The post Marketing Roundup: Leadership Styles, Competitive Intelligence, Leveraging Tech appeared first on Above the Law.
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ABA Journal
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
A former law student has no standing to sue over King & Spalding’s summer associate diversity fellowship because she never applied for the position, the…
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Lateral opportunities for some. The post Good News For Biglaw Associates — If You’re In The Right Practice Areas appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
A former Louisiana prosecutor accused in a kickback scheme is an “honorable man” who will “stand tall and fight these false allegations,” according to his…
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The firms is cooperating with the inquiry. The post Biglaw Firm Facing Public Corruption Investigation appeared first on Above the Law.
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LLRX
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Natural disasters have affected nearly 90 percent of U.S. counties since 2013, and while many households know about preparing emergency kits, a recent FEMA survey found a large drop in how many people are signed up to receive emergency alerts and warnings. Early warning systems save lives during disasters. To ensure you can receive these warnings via your phone, text, or email, Natasha Uzcátegui-Liggett,/strong> recommends and walks you through turning on your phone’s alerts and signing up for y
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Flavor of QZ has a ring to it. The post Is The YSL RICO Trial A Court Proceeding Or A Reality Show? appeared first on Above the Law.
FDA Law Blog
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
By Kurt R. Karst — Forty years ago today—on a sunny Monday, September 24, 1984 at approximately 3:30 PM Eastern Time in the Rose Garden at the White House—President Ronald Reagan signed into law Public Law 98-417 , the Drug Price Competition and Patent Term Restoration Act of 1984, stating that “[t]he legislation will speed up the process of Federal approval of inexpensive generic versions of many brand name drugs, make the generic versions more widely available to consumers, and grant pharmaceu
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