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Mali government opens investigation into armed forces involvement in massacre of 24 civilians

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The Malian Armed Forces confirmed Friday that it is investigating an attack that took place on February 17 in which 24 civilians including women and children were killed. The armed forces have denied any involvement in the attack. The Malian General Staff of the Armed Forces asserted that the massacre accusations against it follow similar unprecedented and unfounded allegations.

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“Revered RI judge Bruce M. Selya, known for distinctive writing style, dies at 90”

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“Revered RI judge Bruce M. Selya, known for distinctive writing style, dies at 90”: Antonia Noori Farzan of The Providence Journal has this report , which includes a link to my “20 Questions for the Appellate Judge” interview with Judge Selya from March 2024. And Edward Fitzpatrick of The Boston Globe reports that “ Federal Judge Bruce Selya, widely respected R.I. jurist known for his vocabulary, dies at 90; US Senator Jack Reed described the judge as ‘a legal

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Warning Letters: An Untapped Source for Understanding When Device Changes Require a New 510(k)

FDA Law Blog

By Steven J. Gonzalez & Allyson B. Mullen As the device industry is well aware, one of the greyest areas in device regulation (of which there are many) is determining when changes to a 510(k)-cleared device trigger the need for a new clearance. FDA requires a new 510(k) clearance when a modification to an existing 510(k)-cleared device (or other existing device subject to 510(k) requirements) could significantly affect the safety or effectiveness of the device.

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“Judiciary Tells Judges, Staff to Ignore Email to Explain Work; Some judges, court staff got Musk-led email to explain jobs; Experts say executive branch lacks authority over judiciary”

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“Judiciary Tells Judges, Staff to Ignore Email to Explain Work; Some judges, court staff got Musk-led email to explain jobs; Experts say executive branch lacks authority over judiciary”: Suzanne Monyak and Jacqueline Thomsen of Bloomberg Law have this report.

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6 Contract Data Analytics Tools To Boost Contract Oversight

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

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Cornell Under Fire Over Curious Election Rules in Critical Trustee Selection

JonathanTurley

Cornell University has long been mired in controversies over the lack of intellectual diversity on its faculty and hostile free speech environment. In addition to controversial university policies , faculty members have allegedly sought to disrupt events, campaigns against conservative faculty , students targeted for their opposing views, and the removal of historical art.

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Bane and Antidote: Copyright Statute of Limitations

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“Judicial Notice (02.23.25): How Appalling; Impeachment articles against Judge Paul Engelmayer, Paul Clement’s latest project, a notable hire by Hecker Fink, and more DOJ departures.”

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“Judicial Notice (02.23.25): How Appalling; Impeachment articles against Judge Paul Engelmayer, Paul Clements latest project, a notable hire by Hecker Fink, and more DOJ departures.” David Lat has this post at his “Original Jurisdiction” Substack site.

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US attorneys to drop lawsuit accusing SpaceX of immigrant discrimination

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US Department of Justice (DOJ) attorneys have asked a federal court in Texas to end a temporary pause on a case accusing Elon Musk’s tech company SpaceX of discriminating against immigrant job applicants. The DOJ’s motion to end the preliminary injunction a temporary court order preventing one party from taking further legal action until the judge issues a final judgmentaims to lift the injunction within 30 days.

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“Reasoning backward and forward; Birthright citizenship and the horseshoe”

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“Reasoning backward and forward; Birthright citizenship and the horseshoe”: Adam Unikowsky has this post at his “Adam’s Legal Newsletter” Substack site.

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The Tech-Savvy Paralegals Playbook: How To Leverage AI

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?

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India high court rejects bail in hate speech case urging need for legal reforms

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The Indian state of Kerala’s high court ruled Friday that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader PC George would not be granted anticipatory bail in a hate speech case, citing his repeated violations of bail conditions and the necessity of stricter legal consequences for such offenses. The ruling came after George made remarks during a television appearance in January labelling all Muslims in India as terrorists and communalists.

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‘The Hardest Thing Is Separating the Wheat from the Chaff’: 5 Leaders on the State of Healthcare AI

Above The Law

Healthcare AI is developing at a rapid rate, and the industrys attitude on how to best regulate and deploy this technology is evolving every day, according to leaders attending this years ViVE conference. The post The Hardest Thing Is Separating the Wheat from the Chaff: 5 Leaders on the State of Healthcare AI appeared first on MedCity News.

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“Kagan ’81 speaks on college days, workings of Supreme Court in Alumni Day event”

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“Kagan 81 speaks on college days, workings of Supreme Court in Alumni Day event”: Sena Chang of The Daily Princetonian has this report. And Tiana Headley of Bloomberg Law reports that “ Kagan Defends Public’s Right to Criticize US Supreme Court; Kagan weighs in on court criticism at Princeton event; Supreme Court likely facing more challenges over Trump actions.

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If You are a Swan, Andrew, Be a Swan.

JonathanTurley

I am returning today after speaking at the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs about my book, The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in an Age of Rage. Last night, I was approached by a student named Andrew who asked whether he should just remain quiet at his college, where professors routinely slam conservatives and teach highly ideological views as gospel.

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Excellence in Trial: A Strategic Guide for Modern Paralegals

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.

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“John Roberts Is on a Collision Course With Trump”

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“John Roberts Is on a Collision Course With Trump”: Jeff Shesol has this guest essay online at The New York Times.

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Federal US judge declines to block Trump overhaul of USAID

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A federal US judge on Friday denied a request from two labor unions that sought to block President Donald Trump’s administration from placing thousands of US Agency for International Development (USAID) employees on administrative leave and recalling many stationed abroad. Judge Carl Nichols of the US District Court for the District of Columbia acknowledged concerns about widespread terminations but concluded that USAID was “still standing” and thus any harm could be addressed

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UN Security Council condemns M23 offensive in DRC

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The UN Security Council on Friday unanimously adopted a resolution condemning the ongoing offensive by M23 rebels in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and urging the Rwanda Defence Forces (RDF), which supports the rebel group, to withdraw immediately from Congolese territory. According to the UN, fighting in the DRC has intensified since January, with M23 fighters reaching the North and South Kivu provinces and capturing the cities of Goma and Bukavu.