Sat.Nov 02, 2024

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Armenia surveillance bill spurs international concern over privacy rights

JURIST

Human Rights Watch (HRW) stated on Thursday that the Armenian government’s proposed surveillance bill raises significant concerns regarding privacy rights and civil liberties. HRW cautioned that the mere presence of surveillance systems in public areas can create a chilling effect on fundamental rights, including freedoms of assembly, association, and expression.

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Everything You Need to Know About Billable Hours

Paralegal Bootcamp

I started my professional career working for law firms directly out of college. I lived my life in 6-minute increments so much that I scheduled my weekend errands like this: Grocery shopping =.6 Drop off dry cleaning =.1 Billing your time can be stressful if you’re not meeting your firm’s annual quota…or it can be rewarding if you’re exceeding that quota and your bonus is based on that metric.

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Mozambique restricts social media access amid post-election protests and rights concerns

JURIST

Internet monitoring organization NetBlocks reported Thursday that Mozambique has implemented restrictions on social media and messaging platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, amid escalating tensions following disputed presidential election results. The restrictions follow earlier mobile data disruptions that occurred on October 25, after election results were announced.

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“Contested state supreme court seats are site of hidden battle for abortion access; Judges are on ballot in election swing states such as Arizona and Florida whose courts recently upheld abortion bans”

HowAppealing

“Contested state supreme court seats are site of hidden battle for abortion access; Judges are on ballot in election swing states such as Arizona and Florida whose courts recently upheld abortion bans”: Carter Sherman of The Guardian has this report.

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Paralegal Power Move: Your Guide to Getting the Tech Tools That Maximize Your Time

Your time is valuable—and you know the right technology could help you do even more. From document management to client communication, modern tools can transform how you track deadlines, manage cases, and support your legal team. This practical playbook shows you how to: Compare and evaluate technology vendors Understand all costs and ROI potential Build a compelling presentation Handle common objections Pitch your solution like a pro Created by legal technology experts who understand how pivota

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, November 2, 2024

LLRX

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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Claims commission does not have jurisdiction over gross negligence claim.

Day on Torts

Where plaintiff was injured by a dangerous condition on state property created by the gross negligence of a state employee, the Claims Commission Act did not provide a cause of action. In Gordon v. State of Tennessee , No. W2023-01012-COA-R3-CV (Tenn. Ct. App. Oct. 10, 2024), plaintiff child was injured when she cut her foot on a broken metal pipe under the surface of a state-owned lake.

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“A Way Out of Mexico’s Constitutional Crisis? One Idea for Compromise Emerges. A lone voice on Mexico’s Supreme Court has proposed a way to ease the political tensions that have arisen over a judicial overhaul. But big obstacles could prevent any deal.”

HowAppealing

“A Way Out of Mexico’s Constitutional Crisis? One Idea for Compromise Emerges. A lone voice on Mexico’s Supreme Court has proposed a way to ease the political tensions that have arisen over a judicial overhaul. But big obstacles could prevent any deal.” Simon Romero and Paulina Villegas of The New York Times have this report.

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Oral arguments on Tuesday; no conference this week

At the Lectern

Tuesday is a big day! The Supreme Court will hear the three oral arguments on its November calendar. Oh, it’s also Election Day. The arguments will be live streamed. Opinions in the cases should file by February 3, 2025. Because of the oral arguments, the court will not be conferencing (also here ) this week and there will be a double conference next week.

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“Ed Sheeran Prevails in Copyright Appeal Over ‘Let’s Get It On’; A three-judge panel affirmed that Sheeran’s ‘Thinking Out Loud’ did not illegally borrow from Marvin Gaye’s song”

HowAppealing

“Ed Sheeran Prevails in Copyright Appeal Over ‘Let’s Get It On’; A three-judge panel affirmed that Sheeran’s ‘Thinking Out Loud’ did not illegally borrow from Marvin Gaye’s song”: Ben Sisario of The New York Times has this report on a ruling that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit issued yesterday.

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Case Study: Maximize Client Compensation by Unlocking the Power of Diminished Value

Your auto accident clients don’t realize that they have lost value in their vehicle because the insurance company covered their repairs and gave them a rental to drive until their vehicle was “brand new.” When they realize that loss in value is when they go to trade or sell their car.

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Light to no blogging ahead

At the Lectern

The primary writer for At The Lectern will be away for most of this coming week and will likely not be publishing more than one post until the following week. If the court files an opinion on Thursday or makes any other blogworthy news, reports of it here will be delayed.

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Alberta government introduces legislation targeting LGBTQ+ issues

JURIST

The Alberta government introduced three new bills on Thursday aimed at controlling minors’ ability to undergo certain gender-affirming healthcare procedures , choose their name and pronouns at school , and participate in sports. The first bill, Bill 26, aims to amend multiple pieces of health legislation, including the Alberta Health Act. The bill would prohibit sex reassignment surgery on minors completely.

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“How the Antiabortion Movement Became a Cause Without a Candidate; The groups rode high when Roe was overturned; Now, they’re splintered on strategy and facing state-level defeats after Trump and the GOP pulled back support, wary of election liability”

HowAppealing

“How the Antiabortion Movement Became a Cause Without a Candidate; The groups rode high when Roe was overturned; Now, they’re splintered on strategy and facing state-level defeats after Trump and the GOP pulled back support, wary of election liability”: Laura Kusisto of The Wall Street Journal has this report.

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US Supreme Court allows Pennsylvania to count provisional votes for defective mail-in ballots

JURIST

The US Supreme Court rejected Friday an RNC application to stay a recent Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision that grants voters who cast defective mail-in ballots an option to alternatively cast in-person provisional ballots. The RNC claimed the state supreme court ruling violated the Pennsylvania Election Code, the Pennsylvania Constitution, and the US Constitution.

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Deposition Prep Like a Pro: Insights from a Paralegals Playbook

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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No, the Trump Comment on Cheney Was Not a Crime

JonathanTurley

Yesterday, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes became the latest Democratic prosecutor to suggest a possible criminal charge against former President Donald Trump. Mayes suggested that Trump’s controversial statement on Lynne Cheney going to war could constitute a criminal threat. It is absurd and Mayes knows that any such charge would collapse before any remotely objective trial judge.

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Mauritius implements social media ban ahead of elections amid surveillance controversy

JURIST

Mauritius’ Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) Authority published a statement Friday implementing a comprehensive suspension of social media access across the island nation. The statement directed all internet service providers to “suspend access to all social media platforms,” citing “illegal postings” that could affect national security and public safety.

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AI’s Role in U.S. Elections: Republican vs. Democratic Views

Patently O

Our guest author today is a very bright high school student, Kavya Gundlapalli, who is considering a career in law. – DC Guest Post by Kavya Gundlapalli* As America heads toward the 2024 presidential election, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a surprising campaign flashpoint. From voter targeting to political advertising, AI is reshaping how candidates connect with voters – and exposing a divide over how this powerful technology should be governed.

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Report shows Trump’s mass deportation of immigrants increased crime rates

JURIST

US think tank Cato Institute asserted that the policy focus of mass deportation of asylum seekers during Donald Trump’s 2017-2020 presidency caused an increase in the number of criminals released by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in a report released on Wednesday. The report posits that the former president’s immigration policies created a surge in the number of noncitizens convicted of crimes released by ICE, by citing executive orders, Department of Homeland Security

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Pennsylvania judge orders new absentee ballots for voters missing mail-in ballots

JURIST

Pennsylvania District Judge David Ridge issued an order Friday for 17,000 voters, who did not receive mail-in ballots, granting them early in-person voting and new absentee ballots to replace the missing ones. Erie County Clerk Karen Chilcott laid the blame on a ballot vendor Election IQ who was hired to send out the mail-in ballots to voters who had applied for them.