JURIST

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Human Rights Watch (HRW) on Thursday reported ongoing sexual abuses and threats against Afghan policewomen under both the former government and current Taliban authorities, urging countries that funded Afghanistan’s security forces training programs to resettle these women abroad. A 2012 UN investigation revealed “widespread and frequent” sexual violence and harassment against policewomen in the former Afghan government.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 11, 2024

New Army policy on ‘enabling modern software development’ actually doubles down on some of DoD’s worst dysfunctions, argues Warren Katz, chairman of the Alliance for Commercial Technology in Government, violating the spirit – and perhaps the letter – of the law. The post The ‘Cost Plus’ Boondoggle That Hobbles US Defense appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The UN Human Rights Council renewed the mandate of the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission for the Sudan , highlighting its condemnation of the ongoing conflict between the parties and its concern about the humanitarian crisis in the country. The resolution was adopted by a recorded vote of 23 to 12, an uptick from last year’s 19 to 16.

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HowAppealing

OCTOBER 11, 2024

“Hillsdale dads on the bench discuss role of judiciary”: Joshua Mistry of The Hillsdale Collegian has an article that begins, “Nobody screamed at a pair of federal judges in the Hoynak Room Oct. 2 — unlike what happened to one of them last year at Stanford Law School — while they discussed the common misunderstanding that the role of the judiciary is to create policy rather than apply law.

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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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JURIST

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The United Nations and the African Commission on Human and People’s Rights (ACHPR) raised concerns in a press release on Thursday over Guinean civil society activists Oumar Sylla and Mamadou Billo Bah’s disappearance as experts say they could face torture, mistreatment, and even extra-judicial execution. The UN and ACHPR experts stressed that Guinea authorities’ failure to address the activists’ disappearance and the deprivation of their rights constitute an enforced disa

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LawSites

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Clio’s choice of Austin, Texas, for its Clio Cloud Conference this year was a foray into enemy territory, and the enemy responded strategically with guerilla tactics of its own. Austin, as it happens, is the home base of AffiniPay, the parent company of MyCase, LawPay, CASEPeer and Docketwise, all of which are competitors to Clio.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 11, 2024

This veteran is being granted a rare opportunity as a law student -- leading a game flyover as a pilot. The post Law Student To Lead Helicopter Flyover At Big SEC Football Game appeared first on Above the Law.

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HowAppealing

OCTOBER 11, 2024

“Is SCOTUS Error Correction in Capital Cases Feasible?” Michael C. Dorf has this post at his blog, “Dorf on Law.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Sorry, Diddy, but there's no 'spaghetti, fettucini, and veal' behind bars. The post No More ‘Three-Course Meals’: Diddy’s Lawyer Says Jail Food Has Been ‘Rough’ On Client’s Gourmet Palate appeared first on Above the Law.

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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.

Finance

Attorney at Work

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Stop me if you’ve heard this one: Lawyers get sanctioned for filing bogus cases concocted by generative AI. This storyline is all too familiar to us legal professionals. While these headlines deliver a powerful cautionary message, they should not deter you from using GenAI in your law practice. What Lawyers Need to Know About GenAI […] The post Keys to Using GenAI in Your Law Practice?

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 11, 2024

From the MAYOR-BEATS-FEDS dept The post The FBI Has Apparently Spent A Year Trying To Crack NYC Mayor Eric Adams’s Personal Phone appeared first on Above the Law.

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Law 360

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The U.S. Department of Defense on Friday finalized a rule implementing its sweeping Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program, which will attach a minimum cybersecurity requirement to nearly all DOD contracts.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Each interaction is an opportunity to engage in a meaningful and enjoyable dialogue. The post Conquering Conferences: Making Every Conversation Count appeared first on Above the Law.

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Law 360

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision to hear a retirement fee suit from Cornell workers means new precedent is coming that could harmonize an uneven set of circuit standards for what it takes to pursue a prohibited transaction claim under federal benefits law, attorneys say.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 11, 2024

As with eating, clients are less likely to choke on the bill if it's broken up into smaller pieces. The post It Can Be Difficult To Estimate The Cost Of Legal Services appeared first on Above the Law.

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CARET Legal

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Proper coding ensures that your billing reflects the complexity and expertise required for different legal tasks, and ensures there’s full transparency in your reporting. To maintain financial integrity and profitability, being meticulous about applying the correct billing codes is a necessary evil. Proper coding ensures that your billing reflects the complexity and expertise required for different legal tasks, and ensures there’s full transparency in your reporting.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Above the Law’s Olga V. Mack will be hosting focus groups as part of our annual In-House Compensation Report. Here’s how you can join. The post Join The Conversation On In-House Careers! appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner and its client Mondelez Global have agreed to pay $750,000 to settle claims by Mondelez employees whose private information may have…

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Will tech-savvy law departments need less outside help? The post Stat(s) Of The Week: Gen AI Versus Outside Counsel appeared first on Above the Law.

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Law 360

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The federal government told a Texas federal judge Friday that its proposed deal with The Boeing Co. over allegations that it lied to safety regulators about the 737 Max 8's development is "the best the government could do," pushing back against vehement objection from crash victims' families, who called the deal "rotten" and "morally reprehensible.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 11, 2024

You're Telling On Yourself : Partner accused of using office for adult videos without sharing profits. Year In The Making : The Feds have been trying to crack Eric Adams’s phone for a while now. California Dubs The Portfolio : Nice try, no dice. High-Flying Tricks! : Law student leads helicopter flyover. The post Where Do I Recognize That Black Couch From?!

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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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Law 360

OCTOBER 11, 2024

A Bank of America customer wants the Ninth Circuit to revive his proposed class action alleging the financial giant discriminates against Iranian citizens, according to a notice of appeal.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 11, 2024

It *can* happen. The post Serving Articles Of Impeachment To A Supreme Court Justice appeared first on Above the Law.

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Law 360

OCTOBER 11, 2024

A Florida federal judge on Friday approved a nearly $100,000 consent decree between a Florida resort and a line cook fired when she requested time off after a stillbirth, in one of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's first batch of cases accusing employers of violating the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.

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Above The Law

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup appeared first on Above the Law.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

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