Above The Law
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
This year's report highlights how well modern patent litigation has rebounded from the pandemic. The post 3 Takeaways From The Lex Machina 2024 Patent Report appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
The Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) claimed on Tuesday that federal security forces have killed at least 45 civilians in Ethiopia’s Amhara region. The independent state body also alleged that the civilians had been killed for being supposedly affiliated with the ethnic Amhara armed group known as Fano. The commission stressed that the damage done to civilian lives “outside the law” by government officials could be greater than the numbers stated.
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LDA PRO
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
In the complex realm of legal matters, the need for a probate paralegal is often a crucial requirement, particularly when faced with the intricacies of probate processes. For those seeking local expertise, the quest for a “Probate Paralegal Near Me” becomes paramount. LDA Pro Legal, a distinguished provider in legal document assistance, stands as your ally in this journey, offering comprehensive probate paralegal services.
JURIST
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
On Sunday, French authorities announced a plan to amend the Constitution to revoke birthplace citizenship on the French Indian Ocean island of Mayotte. Mayotte has been struggling with social unrest, a severe water shortage, and what the citizens call a ‘violent migration crisis’ Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin arrived on the island over the weekend and revealed that the proposed amendment would no longer grant citizenship to individuals born in Mayotte unless they are the child
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.
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Law professor Paul Campos prevailed in his fight with his employer. The post It Turns Out Law School Leaving A Paper Trail Of Retaliation Was A Poor Litigation Strategy appeared first on Above the Law.
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Above The Law
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
How does he even find the time? The post Ken Paxton Takes Time Off Of Harassing Trans Kids And Pregnant Women To Start S**t With His Own Senator appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Russia has put Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas on the Ministry of Internal Affairs’ wanted database, according to a report issued Tuesday by independent Russian media outlet Mediazona. This is the first time a foreign head of government has been added to the list. Mediazona’s report was put together through analysis of several databases on the ministry’s website and shows that several high-ranking foreign officials are listed.
HowAppealing
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
“Lowe’s can’t sway US appeals court to ditch Calif. Supreme Court’s pro-worker precedent”: Alison Frankel’s “On the Case” from Reuters has this post. The post “Lowe’s can’t sway US appeals court to ditch Calif. Supreme Court’s pro-worker precedent” appeared first on How Appealing.
JURIST
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
A report released by the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) on Tuesday highlights human rights violations and abuses endured by Syrians upon their return to Syria. The report outlines a combination of challenges awaiting returnees, including general insecurity in the aftermath of the civil war, as well as ongoing violations of human rights law and international humanitarian law.
Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA
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HowAppealing
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
“Ninth Circuit says California Supreme Court, not SCOTUS, gets last word on state labor law”: Bob Egelko of The San Francisco Chronicle has this report on a decision that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit issued yesterday. The post “Ninth Circuit says California Supreme Court, not SCOTUS, gets last word on state labor law” appeared first on How Appealing.
JURIST
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Hundreds of Indonesian students and activists held protests Monday over current President Joko Widodo’s actions in the run up to elections on Wednesday. Protestors claim Widodo has abused his power by attempting to sway voters in favour of Prabowo Subianto, and Widodo’s son who is running as vice president. In an Instagram post on Sunday, Aski Gejayan Memanggil, the protest’s organiser highlighted Widodo’s ‘ethical and moral’ breaches, and urged citizens to at
HowAppealing
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
“The Eleventh Circuit’s ‘Both-Questions’ Path Around Johnson v. Jones ; The Eleventh Circuit says that it can review the genuineness of fact disputes in qualified-immunity appeals so long as the defendant also challenges the existence of a clearly established constitutional violation”: Bryan Lammon has this post at his “final decisions” blog.
JURIST
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Russia announced new sanctions against 18 British nationals in response to the UK’s “confrontational policies” against Russia on Monday. However, the statement did not mention which particular policy the sanctions are responding to. The sanctions were made against not only the UK’s government officials but also scholars. These newly sanctioned individuals will be denied entry to Russia after the sanctions take place.
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FEBRUARY 13, 2024
“Judge Newman’s Reinstatement Odds Wane as Judge Limits Suit; 96-year-old judge’s preliminary injunction request denied; Most counts of her suit dismissed at request of her colleagues”: Michael Shapiro of Bloomberg Law has this report. Blake Brittain of Reuters reports that “ US court mostly rejects 96-year-old judge’s lawsuit over suspension; Pauline Newman sued Federal Circuit council over competency investigation, suspension; Separate D.C. court rejects request to rein
JURIST
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
On Monday, Indian authorities responded to farmers’ announced intention to march towards New Delhi by implementing precautionary measures, including placing barricades along key highways. This underscores the tension between farmers and the government regarding fair crop prices and agricultural policies. Indian farmers are in a standoff with authorities as they strive to march towards New Delhi, similar to their year-long protest in 2021 when they demanded fair prices and other rights.
EvidenceProf Blog
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Federal Rule of Evidence 404(a) states the following: (a) Character Evidence. (1) Prohibited Uses. Evidence of a person’s character or character trait is not admissible to prove that on a particular occasion the person acted in accordance with the character.
JURIST
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Prime Minister of Thailand Srettha Thavisin announced that former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was granted parole Tuesday. He was previously serving his one-year prison sentence for corruption charges. Under the Correction Department regulations, inmates can be considered for parole after a certain time period and an official review. As Thaksin is 74 years old, he is amongst 930 inmates who have been granted parole due to serious health issues or are above the age of 70.
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HowAppealing
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
“Votin’ for Lincoln”: You can access today’s new episode of the “Divided Argument” podcast via this link. The post “Votin’ for Lincoln” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Exscientia’s termination of CEO Andrew Hopkins is for cause and effective immediately. Grounds for termination include misconduct or behavior that brings Hopkins or the company into disrepute, according to his employment agreement.
HowAppealing
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
“In the Shadow of Oliver Wendell Holmes”: Jill Lepore has this guest post at the “Balkinization” blog. The post “In the Shadow of Oliver Wendell Holmes” appeared first on How Appealing.
L4SB
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
If you think this maneuver will save you the hassle of BOI reporting, think again. In the labyrinth of business decisions, dissolving a Limited Liability Company (LLC) might appear to.
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.
HowAppealing
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
“Judiciary Braces for Case Spike If Supreme Court Guts Chevron; Supreme Court could strike deference to agencies; Ruling could result in bigger workload across judiciary”: Suzanne Monyak of Bloomberg Law has this report. The post “Judiciary Braces for Case Spike If Supreme Court Guts Chevron; Supreme Court could strike deference to agencies; Ruling could result in bigger workload across judiciary” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
She didn't really have the right temperament for the judiciary. The post Judge Who Texted Wild Commentary During Murder Trial Resigns From Bench appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
“Ninth Circuit Gets Tangled Up in Minimum Contacts and Due Process”: Ingrid (Wuerth) Brunk has this post at the “Transnational Litigation Blog.” The post “Ninth Circuit Gets Tangled Up in Minimum Contacts and Due Process” appeared first on How Appealing.
Law 360
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
A Bank of America unit faces a trader's proposed class action seeking to hold it liable for allegedly manipulating markets for U.S. Treasury futures and options after the firm paid a $24 million fine to the U.S. Financial Industry Regulatory Authority over the same alleged misconduct.
Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader
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