Law 360
MAY 13, 2024
Contrary to the Federal Trade Commission's view, trade secret law cannot replace noncompetes' protection of proprietary information because intellectual property includes far more than just trade secrets, so businesses need to closely examine their IP protection options, say Aimee Fagan and Ching-Lee Fukuda at Sidley.
The Estrin Report
MAY 13, 2024
By Chere B. Estrin Legal Apartheid: The Poisonous Impact of the ‘Non-Lawyer’ Label on Professional Equality There is a petition going around to strike the term “non-lawyer” from use by the ABA. I can’t help but stick my two cents in: “The use of the term “non-lawyer” creates an artificial hierarchy within the legal profession.
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JURIST
MAY 13, 2024
The Tunisia Lawyers Council called Sunday for a nationwide strike after police conducted a raid on the headquarters of Tunisia’s bar association and arrested Sonia Dahmani, a prominent critic of the government. The Council announced its intention to organize a protest on May 16 in a press release. It also shared plans to stage boycotts in front of the investigating and security teams from May 14 to 16.
Above The Law
MAY 13, 2024
The U.S. Department of Justice recently launched a task force on healthcare monopolies. Experts have varying opinions on how it will impact the healthcare industry. The post DOJ Launches Task Force on Healthcare Monopolies: Will It Make A Difference? appeared first on MedCity News.
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JURIST
MAY 13, 2024
Students from China and Hong Kong studying abroad fear engaging with ‘sensitive’ or political issues while overseas, according to a report published by Amnesty International on Monday. The report, entitled “On My Campus, I am Afraid” details a campaign of transnational repression felt by Chinese and Hong Kongese nationals studying on campuses across Western Europe and North America.
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JURIST
MAY 13, 2024
The High Court of Northern Ireland delivered a setback to UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s Rwanda deportation policy by ruling that substantial sections of the Illegal Migration Act 2023 (IMA) violate human rights laws and should not be enforced in Northern Ireland. Numerous provisions of the IMA were under challenge during the proceedings, and the applicants asserted that these sections were incompatible with the Windsor Framework and section 7A of the European Union Withdrawal Act 2018.
Above The Law
MAY 13, 2024
We're beginning to think he's lost a step or two since the SDNY days. The post Rudy Giuliani Loses Radio Gig, Finds Another Lawsuit appeared first on Above the Law.
FDA Law Blog
MAY 13, 2024
By Jeffrey N. Gibbs & Ana Loloei & Véronique Li, Senior Medical Device Regulation Expert — FDA has long touted the use of real-world evidence ( RWE ). Extolling RWE, FDA has said “RWE can be leveraged to bring new products to market, evaluate the safety and effectiveness of existing products for new uses, and assess the continued performance and safety of products once on the market.
Above The Law
MAY 13, 2024
The Contract Network CEO and co-founder Jim Wagner dives deep into GAI's effects, on the latest UpLevel View podcast. The post How Generative AI Is Transforming Contract Negotiations appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
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LLRX
MAY 13, 2024
Dr. Sebastian Oliver acknowledges when it comes to professional social media, LinkedIn, with its billion-plus members, stands unrivalled. The platform for career updates, networking and job searches has effectively become a requirement in the professional world. It can be a great tool to help you progress in your career. But, as Oliver describes, just like other social media, using LinkedIn can lead to feelings of envy, comparison and self-doubt.
Above The Law
MAY 13, 2024
From compensation disparities to limited access to leadership roles, the use of such terminology not only diminishes the contributions of these professionals but also perpetuates a culture of inequality within the legal ecosystem. The post Beyond Nonlawyer: Rethinking Legal Terminology And Workplace Equity appeared first on Above the Law.
LLRX
MAY 13, 2024
Dr. Franco Montalto is a water resources engineer who studies and designs strategies for sustainably managing urban stormwater. In response to recent flooding episodes, some U.S. cities are beginning to take steps toward incorporation of sponge city concepts into their stormwater management plans, but most of these projects are still pilots. If this concept is to evolve into the new standard for urban design, city officials and developers will need to find ways to scale up and accelerate this wo
Above The Law
MAY 13, 2024
So he’s making Wells Fargo look as much like it as possible. And can you blame him? The post Charlie Scharf Really Wishes He Still Worked At JPMorgan appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
JURIST
MAY 13, 2024
Fires used as a weapon devastated 72 villages and towns in western Sudan in April, the highest number seen in any month since the conflict began over a year ago, according to a report from a Center for Information Resilience published on Monday. As Sudan Witness, a project run by the UK-based nonprofit Center for Information Resilience, reports, weaponized fires are increasingly prevalent in Sudan, especially in the west of the country.
Above The Law
MAY 13, 2024
Johnny McEntee Found A Way To Ruin Kindness: If he did what he said he did, he should be arrested too. Ponzi Scheme Accusations Are Like Pringles: Locke Lord can't have just one. Heists Don't Pay, Partner: John Dunlea plead guilty to embezzlement. Guess How Ditching The Rules Skews?: Students without lawyers in their family are at a big recruitment disadvantage.
CARET Legal
MAY 13, 2024
While the transition phase is temporary, the boosts in efficiency and productivity from document automation can last a lifetime. When it comes to the legal world, tradition and precision are the name of the game. So, it’s no surprise that the thought of introducing something new, like document automation software , can feel a bit like shaking up a snow globe.
Above The Law
MAY 13, 2024
This is what happens when you ditch the rules of recruitment. The post Unintended Victim Of New Biglaw Recruitment Process? Diversity. appeared first on Above the Law.
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HowAppealing
MAY 13, 2024
“Supreme Court rules on petition effort against A’s ballpark public financing bill”: Mick Akers of The Las Vegas Review-Journal has this report. And John Shea of The San Francisco Chronicle reports that “ Nevada Supreme Court thwarts 2024 ballot challenge to A’s $380 million stadium handout.” The post “Supreme Court rules on petition effort against A’s ballpark public financing bill” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
MAY 13, 2024
Law students no longer want to sit back and represent clients they don't agree with morally or politically. The post What Happens When Biglaw Recruiting Meets Law Student Activism? appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
MAY 13, 2024
“Georgia Supreme Court candidate defends statements on reproductive rights; Former Democratic Congressman John Barrow argues that Georgia’s code of judicial conduct is being wrongly enforced against him in violation of his free speech rights”: Megan Butler of Courthouse News Service has this report. The post “Georgia Supreme Court candidate defends statements on reproductive rights; Former Democratic Congressman John Barrow argues that Georgia’s code of judicial con
Above The Law
MAY 13, 2024
Hopefully the last time we have to talk about 'Locke Lord' and 'Ponzi' this month. The post Locke Lord Settling Claims It Facilitated Ponzi Scheme… Not The Ponzi Scheme That Sent One Of The Partners To Jail, This Is A Different Ponzi Scheme appeared first on Above the Law.
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?
HowAppealing
MAY 13, 2024
“Supreme Court fires back: Justices speak out on security, free speech and ‘lies’; Justices Kavanaugh, Alito and Thomas comment on the law, ‘nastiness.’” Alex Swoyer of The Washington Times has this report. The post “Supreme Court fires back: Justices speak out on security, free speech and ‘lies’; Justices Kavanaugh, Alito and Thomas comment on the law, ‘nastiness.’” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
MAY 13, 2024
Profits ain't what they used to be. The post Partner Profits Took A Big Hit At This Biglaw Firm appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
MAY 13, 2024
“His Dreadlocks Shaved by Prison Guards, Rastafarian Man Turns to Supreme Court; A federal appeals court condemned the ‘stark and egregious’ violation of Damon Landor’s religious freedom; But it said he could not sue the prison officials”: Adam Liptak will have this new installment of his “Sidebar” column in Tuesday’s edition of The New York Times.
Above The Law
MAY 13, 2024
This ex-CFO may have earned himself prison time thanks to this seven-figure financial heist. The post Ex-Biglaw CFO Pleads Guilty To Embezzling $1.5 Million From Firm appeared first on Above the Law.
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