Intelligize Blog
AUGUST 29, 2024
The state of California tends to lead the way in applying progressive policies to emerging business issues, so should come as no surprise that lawmakers in the Golden State are trying to address some of the landmines around artificial intelligence. Meanwhile, the biggest names in the technology industry are asking for stricter regulation of AI applications.
JURIST
AUGUST 29, 2024
The Iraqi Anti-Corruption Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Noor Zuhair and Haitham al-Jubouri, who are implicated in the infamous “Theft of the Century” misappropriation case, local news agencies reported on Tuesday. The case revolves around the misappropriation of an enormous 3.7 trillion Iraqi dinars (about $2.5 billion USD) from tax security deposits.
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LDA PRO
AUGUST 29, 2024
Estate planning is a complicated procedure that involves ensuring your assets are allocated according to your wants after your demise. A living trust can be a useful instrument in this process, delivering benefits like bypassing probate, saving your assets, and providing a smooth Change of ownership. However, building and operating a living trust can be overwhelming.
JURIST
AUGUST 29, 2024
Protests against President Nicolás Maduro continued on Wednesday, a month after the disputed presidential election of July 28. Opposition leaders María Corina Machado and Edmundo González initiated protests under “Acta Mata Sentencia,” which translates to “Vote record kills sentence.” Protests against Maduro’s reelection were not only held throughout Venezuela but also in various cities worldwide, including Osaka, Amsterdam, Madrid, New York, Buenos Aires, Santiago
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.
HowAppealing
AUGUST 29, 2024
“Governor Lamont Nominates the Honorable Raheem L. Mullins as Chief Justice of the Connecticut Supreme Court”: The Office of Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont issued this news release today.
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HowAppealing
AUGUST 29, 2024
“Pennsylvania Supreme Court Issues Scheduling Order So That Any 2024 Election-Related Challenges Can Be Decided Quickly”: Rick Hasen has this post at his “Election Law Blog.” You can access the Pa. Supreme Court ‘s order at this link.
JURIST
AUGUST 29, 2024
As the second anniversary of the UN’s critical report on Xinjiang approaches, Human Rights Watch (HRW) said Tuesday: “The Chinese government persists in committing crimes against humanity against Uyghurs and other Turkic Muslims in Xinjiang while denying repression there.” Maya Wang, HRW’s associate China director, emphasized the necessity of a forceful response from the UN and its member states, given China’s rejection of the 2022 report’s conclusions, saying in
HowAppealing
AUGUST 29, 2024
“Justice Sotomayor’s side hustle during a hectic term? A kids’ musical. She told a theater crowd in Kansas City, Mo., that she believes her biggest legacy lies outside her trailblazing role in the law.” Justin Jouvenal of The Washington Post has this report.
JURIST
AUGUST 29, 2024
UN human rights experts raised concerns Wednesday regarding the treatment of journalist Jose Ruben Zamora , who has been imprisoned in Guatemala for nearly two years , claiming that Zamora is being held in potentially life-threatening and inhumane conditions that could amount to torture. The experts, including the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights defenders, have called for Zamora’s immediate release, asserting that his detention is arbitrary and violates international la
Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, 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.
Above The Law
AUGUST 29, 2024
POLL: Where do you draw the line on acceptable attire on video calls? The post Can Lawyers Wear T-Shirts On Video Client Calls? appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
AUGUST 29, 2024
The US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit on Wednesday revived a libel lawsuit filed by the former governor of Alaska and vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin against the New York Times (NYT). In 2022, US District Court Judge Jed Rakoff dismissed the case during jury deliberations. He stated that after hearing all available evidence, Palin had failed to show actual malice.
Above The Law
AUGUST 29, 2024
Some people just want to watch the world burn. Literally. The post Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Facing Lawsuit Over Pro-Fossil Fuels Law appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
AUGUST 29, 2024
Human Rights Watch (HRW) urged the leaders of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on Wednesday to immediately investigate and cease their personnel from ill-treating and torturing, summarily executing and mutilating the dead bodies of individuals in their custody. According to HRW, one image and eight videos uploaded onto social media platforms between August 24, 2023 and July 11 this year documented four cases of summary executions.
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HowAppealing
AUGUST 29, 2024
“Adnan Syed’s fate in hands of Maryland Supreme Court as clock winds down”: Tim Prudente of The Baltimore Banner has this report.
JURIST
AUGUST 29, 2024
The Constitutional Court of South Korea ruled on Thursday concerning the constitutionality of several key provisions related to the nation’s greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets, impacting the future of the country’s climate policy. It mandated that the government develop concrete plans for emission reductions through 2049, addressing climate campaigners’ concerns that current measures violate their rights.
ABA Journal
AUGUST 29, 2024
Justice David W. Ellis has served on the Illinois Appellate Court for the 1st District for nearly 10 years. But readers may know him better as author David Ellis, bestselling writer of more than a dozen legal thrillers.
JURIST
AUGUST 29, 2024
The US Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit denied a Trinidad and Tobago man’s claim to US citizenship on Tuesday and declined to halt his deportation even though the man held a wrongfully issued US citizenship certificate for 21 years. Lall received a Certificate of Citizenship in 1991 from Immigration and Naturalization Services (INS) after applying for US citizenship.
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ABA Journal
AUGUST 29, 2024
The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.
JURIST
AUGUST 29, 2024
The new evaluation report published on Wednesday from the Council of Europe’s Group of States against Corruption (GRECO) urges Italy to adopt and implement measures promoting integrity and combating corruption within top executive functions (PTEFs) and law enforcement agencies. GRECO monitors member states’ compliance with anti-corruption standards set by the Council of Europe.
Law 360
AUGUST 29, 2024
Broadcom has urged a California federal court to toss a case from Samsung accusing the chipmaker of blocking competitors from the market, saying the companies' supply agreement was not exclusive and did not tie the sale of any product to another product.
JURIST
AUGUST 29, 2024
Russia’s Investigative Committee opened a fraud case on Thursday against former deputy defense minister Pavel Popov. On the same day, the Garrison Military Court ordered him held until October 29 in a decision by Judge Andrey Tolkachevo. According to Svetlana Petrenko , a representative of the Investigative Committee, while Popov was in charge of the military-themed Patriot Park from 2021-2024, he enriched himself at the expense of the organization.
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.
Above The Law
AUGUST 29, 2024
The transactional market is rebounding, but that doesn't help everyone. The post Not Everyone Is Benefiting From Biglaw’s Strong 2024 appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
AUGUST 29, 2024
Former Hong Kong district councilor Ng Kin-wai said on Tuesday that he was not remorseful for participating in an alleged conspiracy to subvert state power by controlling the 2020 Legislative Council election, according to local media. Ng claimed that he participated in the alleged conspiracy without being aware of its illegality and only discovered the illegality upon his arrest in January 2021.
ABA Journal
AUGUST 29, 2024
A Chicago judge who objected to a law clerk carrying his cellphone into her courtroom will have to undergo training after threatening him with jail…
Above The Law
AUGUST 29, 2024
When will partners share the wealth with associates? The post Associates’ Patience Is Running Low Waiting On Biglaw Summer Bonuses appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader
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