JURIST
DECEMBER 21, 2024
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) demanded on Thursday that Belarusian authorities immediately release journalist Yauhen Nikalayevich and all other imprisoned journalists. CPJ’s Europe and Central Asia Program Coordinator Gulnoza Said emphasized that Nikalayevich’s sentencing demonstrates the ongoing persecution of journalists in the country.
At the Lectern
DECEMBER 21, 2024
The latest edition of California Legal History , the Journal of the California Supreme Court Historical Society , is out and available here. (Im on the Societys board of directors.) The new Journal includes: Articles Ladies Justice: Celebrating Seven Trailblazing Female Firsts on the California Court of Appeal by Justice Shama Hakim Mesiwala Chinese Immigrants in the California Supreme Court: The Earliest Civil Cases by Charles McClain South Dakota v.
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JURIST
DECEMBER 21, 2024
The US Department of Defense (DOD) released its annual report on Beijing’s defense strategies on Wednesday, revealing that corruption within China’s military may be slowing its progress toward achieving its 2027 modernization goals. China’s 2027 modernization goals aim to fast-track the integration of advanced intelligence, mechanization, and cutting-edge tools while ramping up progress in military strategies, training, weapons, and equipment.
LLRX
DECEMBER 21, 2024
Privacy and cybersecurity issues impact every aspect of our lives home, work, travel, education, finance, health and medical records to name but a few. On a weekly basis Pete Weiss highlights articles and information that focus on the increasingly complex and wide ranging ways technology is used to compromise and diminish our privacy and online security, often without our situational awareness.
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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
JURIST
DECEMBER 21, 2024
The Provincial Court of Madrid on Friday sentenced Spanish politician and former Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Rodrigo Rato to four years, nine months, and one day in prison for corruption and money laundering crimes. The verdict concludes a criminal investigation that began in 2015, prompted by an alert from the Anti-Fraud Office regarding irregularities in Rato’s asset declarations.
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JURIST
DECEMBER 21, 2024
The United Nations (UN) on Friday raised alarms over the worsening humanitarian situation in El Fasher, Sudan, where a months-long siege by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has devastated lives and infrastructure. According to the UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR) report , more than 782 civilians have been killed and 1,143 injured since May 2024 , with thousands more trapped in the city.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 21, 2024
“Case closed (but watch for remand!)”: Alison Frankel’s “On the Case” from Reuters has this final post.
JURIST
DECEMBER 21, 2024
The Inter-American Court of Human Rights announced on Friday its judgment finding El Salvador violated human rights law by denying a woman seeking a pregnancy termination timely access to medical care in 2013. The decision in Beatriz y otros v. El Salvador was adopted on November 22. The court focused its ruling on the absence of clear medical protocols for high-risk pregnancies, which led to what it termed the “bureaucratization and judicialization” of essential medical care.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 21, 2024
“James Ho, the 5th Circuit originalist tipped as the heir to Clarence Thomas”: Kaelan Deese of Washington Examiner recently had this report.
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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?
JURIST
DECEMBER 21, 2024
The Independent International Commission of Inquiry (CoI) on Syria called on the new Syrian government to protect mass grave sites and relevant documentation, in a statement issued on Friday. The statement comes after the CoI visited former prisons and detention centres in the country, including the notorious Sednaya and Military Intelligence Branch 235 prisons, in a statement released Friday.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 21, 2024
“Biden Leaves Office With Mixed Legacy for the Federal Courts”: David Lat has this new installment of his “Exclusive Jurisdiction” column online at Bloomberg Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 21, 2024
Pakistan Field General Court Martial sentenced 25 people on Saturday for their involvement in violent attacks on state-owned military installations, including the desecration of the monuments of Shuhada, during the 9 May 2023 nationwide unrest. The sentences, which follow an earlier ruling on the case by the Pakistani Supreme Court, include “rigorous imprisonment” ranging from 2 to 10 years.
Patently O
DECEMBER 21, 2024
by Dennis Crouch The European Patent Office (EPO) has again rejected Dr. Stephen Thaler’s patent application that attempted to name his artificial intelligence system DABUS as an inventor. The EPO examining division’s decision reinforces the foundational principle that inventors must be natural persons under European patent law. Article 81 of the European Patent Convention (EPC) requires a mandatory designation of inventor, and according a prior precedential decision that went agains
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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.
JURIST
DECEMBER 21, 2024
Venezuelan Attorney General, Tarek William Saab, announced Friday the release of 200 individuals detained in the aftermath of the controversial July 28 presidential elections, which declared Nicols Maduro the winner amidst allegations of electoral fraud. In an official statement, the Attorney General emphasized that these releases are part of a broader judicial review process, which has now resulted in a total of 733 individuals being released.
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 21, 2024
“Justice Thomas Did Not Disclose Additional Trips, Democrats Say; The revelation was included in a report by Democratic staff members on the Senate Judiciary Committee who had conducted a 20-month investigation into ethics practices at the Supreme Court”: Charlie Savage of The New York Times has this report. Justin Jouvenal of The Washington Post reports that “ Senate Democrats find many ethical lapses by Supreme Court justices; A Judiciary Committee investigation in which Repu
JURIST
DECEMBER 21, 2024
A US appeals court on Thursday reversed a lower court’s ruling that police in Phoenix, Arizona used excessive force against protesters outside a Donald Trump rally. The US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit found that qualified immunity applied to the police interactions because the protestors did not cite a case that “‘clearly establish[ed]’ that Defendants’ use of force … was objectively unreasonable.” The appeals court explained that qualified imm
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 21, 2024
“After the House Delayed a Bill to Add Judges, a Biden Veto Looms; The Senate backed a bipartisan bill to add dozens of judges, but the House held off on voting until after Election Day; Now, Donald Trump would be assured at least 22 picks”: Mattathias Schwartz of The New York Times has this report.
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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.
JonathanTurley
DECEMBER 21, 2024
One of the most consistent elements of the identity politics practiced by the left is its selectivity. Whether in politics or higher education, the outrage that comes from allegedly racist or insensitive comments is confined to targets on the right. A case in point is the deafening silence after a diatribe by Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, during which she accused Hispanic voters of having a “slave mentality” and said that they “can barely vote.” There was no vaporous se
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 21, 2024
“In Late Push, Senate Democrats Narrowly Top Trump on Judicial Confirmations; With the vote, the Senate approved its 235th lifetime judge of President Bidens tenure, besting his predecessor by a single judgeship”: Carl Hulse of The New York Times has this report. Tobi Raji of The Washington Post reports that “ Senate confirms 2 Biden judicial nominees, boosting total over Trump; President Joe Bidens diverse cohort of judges includes more women, minorities and LGBTQ+ individuals
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