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UN warns situation for Myanmar children is ‘dire’ amid unprecedented anti-personnel mine causalities

JURIST

The United Nations (UN) said on Friday that Myanmar unprecedently has the highest number of civilian causalities from anti-personnel landmines, with children making up over a third of these numbers. UN experts have called for adherence to international law, warning that the situation is dire for Myanmar’s children. The Landmine and Cluster Munition Monitor’s 20 November report recorded 1,003 landmine causalities in Myanmar, with civilians accounting for 84% and children accounting fo

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Strategies for Managing High-Volume Insurance Claims at Your Law Firm

CARET Legal

By adopting strategic approaches to leveraging technology, firms can streamline claim management, reduce bottlenecks, and improve efficiency Handling a large volume of insurance claims can overwhelm even the most organized law firms, straining resources and impacting client satisfaction. By adopting strategic approaches to leveraging technology, firms can streamline claim management, reduce bottlenecks, and improve efficiency.

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Albania criticizes the passivization of minority home addresses by Serbia authorities

JURIST

Albania’s Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs on Friday condemned the deactivation of addresses of ethnic Albanian nationals living in Southern Serbia by local authorities and asserted that this practice violated human rights. The ministry added that Alabanian authorities are closely following the progress of the issue with Serbian authorities and that they remain open to dialogue.

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Issue 4 of Lloyd’s Maritime and Commercial Law Quarterly for 2024

Conflict of Laws

Issue 4 of Lloyd’s Maritime and Commercial Law Quarterly for 2024 was just published. It contains the following articles, case notes, and book review: Katherine Reece-Thomas, “State Immunity and Sunken Treasure: Finders will not Always be Keepers” Anthony Kennedy, “Unanswered Questions” Michael F Sturley†, “The Centenary of the Hague Rules: Celebrating a Century of International Conventions Overmining the Carriage of Goods by Sea” 2024 marks the centena

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6 Contract Data Analytics Tools To Boost Contract Oversight

Analyzing contract trends with manual contract management is like sifting through a pile of papers in a dimly lit room, trying to find clues manually. Advanced CLM software’s contract data analytics, on the other hand, is like having an AI-based, intelligent magnifying glass that not only highlights key clues but also connects the dots for you. With innovative, AI-powered contract data analytics, you can solve the mystery of trends faster and with greater accuracy, making informed decisions base

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Belarus opposition figure faces terrorist charges following extradition to Minsk

JURIST

Belarusian opposition activist Vasil Verameichuk has been detained in Vietnam and extradited to Belarus, where he faces accusations of terrorism and a possible death penalty, the opposition in exile said Thursday. On Wednesday state television in Belarus showed Verameichuk being taken to Minsk on an empty plane and led down the steps by two security officers, then taken away in a van.

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Putin signs law providing debt relief for new military recruits serving in Ukraine

JURIST

Russian President Vladimir Putin signed into law on Saturday a bill that provides debt relief to recruits who sign up to fight in Ukraine and their spouses. Federal law No. 391 was previously passed by Gosduma, Russian parliament, on Tuesday 19 November, and comes into force in December. The policy provides for the cancellation of overdue loans concluded before December 1, 2024.

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Prime Contractors, Subcontractors and the Role of Default Notification in SDI Coverage

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by Pillsbury's Construction & Real Estate Law Team Subcontractor Default Insurance (SDI) is marketed as a substitute for a subcontractor performance bond, providing coverage for a prime contractor’s losses due to a subcontractor’s failure to perform on a project. In a recent article for the American Bar Association, colleagues Michael S. McNamara and Lexie R.

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“The Ivy League’s Most Incompetent Team Finally Has a Championship; The Columbia Lions football team, which once set a record for futility, won their first league title since 1961 after landing in a three-way tie with Harvard and Dartmouth”

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“The Ivy League’s Most Incompetent Team Finally Has a Championship; The Columbia Lions football team, which once set a record for futility, won their first league title since 1961 after landing in a three-way tie with Harvard and Dartmouth”: Joshua Robinson of The Wall Street Journal has this report.

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Nicaragua legislature unanimously approves constitutional reforms establishing co-presidency

JURIST

The Nicaraguan parliament on Friday unanimously approved partial constitutional reforms proposed by President Daniel Ortega. These reforms seek to change the political constitution of the nation by creating the position of “co-presidents” and increasing the president’s term, among other things. If passed, the reforms will see the president’s spouse and the president become co-presidents.

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The Tech-Savvy Paralegals Playbook: How To Leverage AI

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?

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“In emotional event, D.C. jail inmates debate JMU students in courtroom; The topic was whether life without parole should be abolished; The inmates said the opportunity gave them purpose”

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“In emotional event, D.C. jail inmates debate JMU students in courtroom; The topic was whether life without parole should be abolished; The inmates said the opportunity gave them purpose”: Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff of The Washington Post has this report.

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The Art of Attribution and Three Unlikely Theories of AI Authorship

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by Tim Knight and Dennis Crouch. In 2018, Dr. Stephen Thaler, creator of the ‘Creativity Machine’ AI system, sought copyright registration for an AI-generated image, listing the Creativity Machine as author. The Copyright Office rejected the application, citing the necessity of a human author under copyright law. After two failed requests for reconsideration, Thaler sued to compel registration.

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“An ad supporting Jenifer Branning finds imaginary liberals on the Mississippi Supreme Court”

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“An ad supporting Jenifer Branning finds imaginary liberals on the Mississippi Supreme Court”: Bobby Harrison of Mississippi Today has this news analysis.

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Justice Department Indicts Alleged Swatters of Turley, Members of Congress, and Others

JonathanTurley

Yesterday, I was notified by the Justice Department confirming that a recent swatting indictment includes the person or persons responsible for my own swatting a year ago. One of the defendants, Thomasz Szabo, was arrested a couple weeks ago. The indictment below charges two foreign nationals: Thomasz Szabo, 26, of Romania, and Nemanja Radovanovic, 21, of Serbia.

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Excellence in Trial: A Strategic Guide for Modern Paralegals

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.

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“Departing Mexican Supreme Court justice weighs in on judicial reforms in his country; Alfredo Gutiérrez Ortiz Mena LL.M. ’98, who recently resigned from his position, offers his views on the controversial new laws”

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“Departing Mexican Supreme Court justice weighs in on judicial reforms in his country; Alfredo Gutiérrez Ortiz Mena LL.M. ’98, who recently resigned from his position, offers his views on the controversial new laws”: Rebecca Beyer of Harvard Law Today has this report.

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France activists organize over 50 demonstrations to protest violence against women and femicide

JURIST

Thousands of protesters gathered across French cities on Saturday to condemn femicides and sexual violence against women in light of the Pelicot trial and US president-elect Donald Trump’s victory. The protests also took place in anticipation of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women , with Feminist organization Nous Toutes organizing over 50 demonstrations.

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“Pittsburgh efforts to regulate firearms likely dead after state Supreme Court ruling”

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“Pittsburgh efforts to regulate firearms likely dead after state Supreme Court ruling”: Julia Zenkevich of 90.5 WESA Radio has this report.

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Halifax dispatch: protesters at annual security forum declare ‘Warmongers are not welcome in Kjipuktuk!’

JURIST

William Hibbitts is JURIST’s Deputy Editorial Director, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. He filed this dispatch from Halifax. The atmosphere in Halifax was marked by contrasts Saturday. On the one hand, Canada’s largest east coast city and longtime Atlantic naval base was yet again hosting the Halifax International Security Forum , an annual conference attended by a plethora of high-profile defence officials and politicians.

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Transform Your E-Learning: Download the Ultimate Localization Use Case!

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.

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“North Dakota Supreme Court considers motion to reinstate abortion ban while appeal is pending”

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“North Dakota Supreme Court considers motion to reinstate abortion ban while appeal is pending”: Mary Steurer of North Dakota Monitor has this report.

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“Judicial Notice (11.24.24): Follow The Leader; Trump’s new AG pick, Cravath’s year-end bonuses, partner defections from Weil, and a Senate deal on judges.”

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“Judicial Notice (11.24.24): Follow The Leader; Trump’s new AG pick, Cravath’s year-end bonuses, partner defections from Weil, and a Senate deal on judges.” David Lat has this post at his “Original Jurisdiction” Substack site.

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“Donald Trump Thinks He Won’t Have Enough Power”

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“Donald Trump Thinks He Won’t Have Enough Power”: Online at The New York Times, columnist David French has an essay that begins, “These are the times that try a constitutional conservative’s soul.” And online at The Washington Post, columnist Ruth Marcus has an essay titled “ Four ways Trump will undermine the authority of Congress; The president-elect is setting the stage for a vast, dangerous and unconstitutional expansion of presidential power.

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“Will Trump’s former defense lawyer protect the Justice Department from Trump? DOJ officials say Todd Blanche, a former federal prosecutor, knows its tradition of barring politicians from influencing criminal investigations, but he faces a daunting task.”

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“Will Trump’s former defense lawyer protect the Justice Department from Trump? DOJ officials say Todd Blanche, a former federal prosecutor, knows its tradition of barring politicians from influencing criminal investigations, but he faces a daunting task.” Ryan J. Reilly of NBC News has this report.

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Uncovering The Hidden Connections: A Patent Family Survival Guide

Speaker: Andrew Klein

Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!