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APRIL 11, 2024
While the last few years have brought an abundance of new and innovative legal tech products to market, the fact of the matter is that not every new product will succeed. Inevitably, for whatever reason, some products fail. But one thing for certain is that while some products shut down with a whimper, others go out with a bang. Let’s revisit five of the most momentous legal tech fails of the last 10 years. 1.
Attorney at Work
APRIL 11, 2024
The Planetary Lawyer Project’s Matthew Karmel talks with Alex Su, Amee Vanderpool, Chris Harvey, Jonah Perlin and Albert Tawil about building a successful attorney newsletter in your niche. The business community knows the value and staying power of newsletters: Recent studies show the return on investment for email marketing is $36 for every $1 spent. […] The post Attorney Newsletters: Six Lawyers Tell How They Built the Best Newsletters in Their Niche appeared first on Articles, Tips and
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JURIST
APRIL 11, 2024
China announced sanctions on Thursday against two US entities, including General Atomics Aeronautical Systems and General Dynamics Land Systems, over the two entities’ involvement in selling weapons to Taiwan. China decided to impose general sanctions against the two entities involved in selling weapons to Taiwan. General Atomics Aeronautical Systems is a subsidiary of General Atomics that designs and manufactures unmanned aerial vehicles and radar systems for the US military and commercia
Above The Law
APRIL 11, 2024
The case centers on two Old Navy T-shirts with the word ‘coach’ printed on them. The post Coach Is Suing Gap, Inc. For Trademark Infringement appeared first on Above the Law.
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JURIST
APRIL 11, 2024
A confrontation between Argentine authorities and anti-government protesters, incensed by President Javier Milei’s economic measures , reached a boiling point on Wednesday. As tensions flared, police forcefully dispersed protesters blocking the capital’s crucial thoroughfare. Milei became the focal point of protests by social organizations in Buenos Aires, resulting in the arrest of 11 individuals and leaving at least six people injured.
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JURIST
APRIL 11, 2024
The General Court of the EU revoked on Wednesday the restrictive measures imposed on Mikhail Fridman and Petr Aven, two Russian billionaires, between February 2022 and March 2023. The two were originally sanctioned in connection with Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine. Mikhail Fridman and Petr Aven are significant shareholders of Alfa Group, a cooperation that includes Alfa Bank, one of Russia’s major financial institutions.
Above The Law
APRIL 11, 2024
Even when a famous person tells you to. The post For The Love Of God, Let’s Not Normalize Calling The Cops On Peaceful Protestors appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
APRIL 11, 2024
Erwin Chemerinsky, the dean of the University of California at Berkeley School of Law, is viewing a disrupted law student dinner in his backyard Tuesday…
Above The Law
APRIL 11, 2024
Following an extensive investigative report from the New York Times, the AHA is calling for the Labor Department to probe into the business practices of data analytics firm MultiPlan. The report revealed that MultiPlan works with major payers to negotiate reduced reimbursements for out-of-network medical providers — and this that practice ends up costing patients and employers.
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?
ABA Journal
APRIL 11, 2024
A federal judge in Connecticut has refused to toss a lawsuit filed by a partner at Willkie Farr & Gallagher and his wife alleging that the opposing counsel in a lease dispute filed a court affidavit for an improper purpose—so it could be used in a negative article about the couple in the New York Post.
Above The Law
APRIL 11, 2024
The judge was very specific in his conditions for release. The post He’ll Have Fun Fun Fun Till The Judge Takes His Hellcat Away appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
APRIL 11, 2024
The District Court of Hong Kong sentenced Hong Kong accountant Jacky Ho Tsan-kei on Wednesday to 33 months in prison on rioting charges. This is the first time an individual not a part of the white-shirted group that conducted the Yuen Long mob attack on July 21, 2019 has been sentenced in connection with the events. The 2019 Yuen Long mob attack occurred in the broader context of the 2019 Hong Kong protests.
Above The Law
APRIL 11, 2024
Ruth Bader Ginsburg wasn't the only judge who experienced discrimination in her law school years. The post Seventh Circuit Judge Discusses The Stunning Sexism She Faced At Her T14 Law School appeared first on Above the Law.
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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
APRIL 11, 2024
Ukraine’s Parliament, known as the Verkhovna Rada, passed a bill on Thursday to overhaul the country’s military mobilization rules. Law No. 10449 improves aspects of the organization of mobilization, military registration and social protection of servicemen, as well as addresses certain issues of military service to improve the quality of personnel selection to strengthen Ukraine’s defense capability to repel armed aggression.
Above The Law
APRIL 11, 2024
Observations from the GC panel at LMA24. The post Getting Beyond The ‘Table Stakes’: What GCs Really Want In Lawyer Relationships appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
APRIL 11, 2024
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) published a joint statement with the Royal Malaysian Police on Tuesday stating that the government has required online media platforms such as TikTok and Meta to tighten their harmful content policy. In the statement, the MCMC stressed that they are working with other government departments and enforcement agencies to combat the dissemination of sensitive content relating to “3R,” which are race, religion and royalty.
Above The Law
APRIL 11, 2024
Notes to my (legal) self. The post Happy National Pet Day appeared first on Above the Law.
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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.
JURIST
APRIL 11, 2024
The UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) said on Tuesday over 8.5 million Sudanese have been forced to flee their homes in Sudan since April 2023, when the internal armed conflict began. Among the displaced, 1.8 million fled across the border to South Sudan, Chad, Central African Republic, Egypt, Ethiopia and Uganda. The internal armed conflict between the Rapid Support Forces paramilitary group (RSF) and the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) started in April 2023.
Above The Law
APRIL 11, 2024
We’re not saying that’s what happened with CaaS Capital Management, but… The post Sometimes Omertá Means Becoming A Family Office To Hire A Loyal Friend appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
APRIL 11, 2024
Peru’s Foreign Ministry reversed a previous decision on Wednesday to require visas for Mexican visitors. In a press statement, originally published in Spanish, officials stated the rationale for the reversal was a potential negative impact to the country’s tourism sector and a commitment to the free movement of people and goods. The decision to abandon the April 8 Supreme Decree that removed visa-free travel for Mexican citizens was framed as an economic choice.
Above The Law
APRIL 11, 2024
The judge is up front about his special interest. The post Federal Judge Announces… Unique Requirement For Clerkship Applicants appeared first on Above the Law.
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!
HowAppealing
APRIL 11, 2024
“Judge’s Potential Recusal Over Citi Stock Divides CFPB, Industry; 5th Cir. Judge Don Willett disclosed owning Citigroup stock; CFPB, Chamber of Commerce disagree on litigation’s impact”: Jacqueline Thomsen and Evan Weinberger of Bloomberg Law have this report. The post “Judge’s Potential Recusal Over Citi Stock Divides CFPB, Industry; 5th Cir.
Above The Law
APRIL 11, 2024
Which firms are among the best of the best? The post The Client Service A-Team: Ranking The Biglaw Superheroes Of Client Service (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
APRIL 11, 2024
“Ann Walsh Bradley’s retirement sets the stage for another high stakes Wisconsin Supreme Court race”: Molly Beck and Jessie Opoien of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel have this report. And Dave Byrnes of Courthouse News Service reports that “ Liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court justice to step down after 30 years on the bench; Justice Ann Walsh Bradley’s announcement that she will not seek reelection next year could tee up an expensive fight for her seat.” The post
Above The Law
APRIL 11, 2024
It pays to be on top of technology! The post Lawyers Love A High-Tech Firm appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
Ready to cut through the AI hype and learn exactly how to use these tools in your legal work? Join this webinar to get practical guidance from attorney and AI legal expert, Joe Stephens, who understands what really matters for legal professionals! What You'll Learn: Evaluate AI Tools Like a Pro 🔍 Learn which tools are worth your time and how to spot potential security and ethics risks before they become problems.
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