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Protecting IP May Be Tricky Without Noncompetes

Law 360

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.

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Egypt announces intention to intervene in South Africa ICJ case against Israel

JURIST

Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday announced the country intends to file a declaration of intervention in South Africa’s case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Egypt’s announcement follows several other countries’ requests to intervene in the case. In their statement, the ministry said the intervention comes in light of Israel’s increasing aggression against Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip, as well as the systematic pract

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Non-Lawyer? More Like Non-Starter: Why Using the Term Is a Jab at Equality and Dignity”

The Estrin Report

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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UN leaders urgently call on Israel to avoid large scale offensive in Rafah

JURIST

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk reminded world leaders on Sunday that a general assault by Israel in the Gazan city of Rafah “cannot be reconciled with the binding demands of international humanitarian law, or the binding provisional measures ordered by the International Court of Justice (ICJ).” Türk’s statement came just a day after UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned of the “catastrophic consequences” a full-scale invasion Rafah would br

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Empower Your Firm: The Modern Guide To Litigation Financing

Litigation is expensive. Expert witnesses, depositions, staffing, and a long list of other expenses can limit your firm’s options. They strain cash flow, limit taking on new clients, and can even impact case strategy. This guide simplifies the complex world of litigation financing and compares different models and how they can impact the access to justice your firm provides to clients.

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“Arizona’s 1864 abortion ban not enforceable until mid-August, state Supreme Court says”

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“Arizona’s 1864 abortion ban not enforceable until mid-August, state Supreme Court says”: Stacey Barchenger of The Arizona Republic has this report. And Alex Tabet of NBC News reports that “ Arizona Supreme Court pushes back enforcement date for 1864 abortion ban; The governor signed a bill repealing the Civil War-era law, but the new statute won’t take effect for several months, potentially allowing brief enforcement of the old one.” The post “Arizona&#

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“Supreme Court rules on petition effort against A’s ballpark public financing bill”

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“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.

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Amnesty International: China and Hong Kong students abroad facing transnational repression by home government

JURIST

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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“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”

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“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

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High court rules parts of UK Government’s Illegal Migration Act should not apply in Northern Ireland

JURIST

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.

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Transforming eDiscovery: Document Summarization, Sentiment Analysis, And Chatbots Take Center Stage

A Synergistic Approach to eDiscovery In the space of eDiscovery, the convergence of document summarization, sentiment analysis, and chatbots represents a significant change in how legal professionals navigate and manage electronic information. These technologies not only expedite the review process but also empower legal teams with deeper insights into the emotional context and key information within electronic documents.

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“Supreme Court fires back: Justices speak out on security, free speech and ‘lies’; Justices Kavanaugh, Alito and Thomas comment on the law, ‘nastiness.’”

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“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.

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Protest in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir over rising prices leaves police officer dead and over 90 people injured

JURIST

A protest in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir left one police officer dead and over 90 people injured on Saturday, local officials told Pakistani media. The region has been experiencing clashes since Thursday, as well as a major strike on Friday. Kashmir is a disputed region divided between India and Pakistan, and is known in Pakistan as “Azad Jammu and Kashmir” (AJK).

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“The 9 worst court decisions since Trump remade the federal judiciary: This is what happens after four years under an insurrectionist president; It will get much worse if he gets eight.”

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“The 9 worst court decisions since Trump remade the federal judiciary: This is what happens after four years under an insurrectionist president; It will get much worse if he gets eight.” Ian Millhiser has this essay online at Vox. The post “The 9 worst court decisions since Trump remade the federal judiciary: This is what happens after four years under an insurrectionist president; It will get much worse if he gets eight.” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Sudan villages ravaged by fires used as weapons: rights group report

JURIST

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.

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Recipe for a Failed CLM Implementation

Selecting and implementing CLM technology can be daunting, leading to underutilization or abandonment. Factors like provider differentiation, inadequate planning, and lack of user training contribute to these failures. Recognizing these pitfalls is crucial for successful adoption, ensuring organizations harness the full potential of CLM for streamlined contract management.

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“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”

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“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.

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When Worlds Collide: The Theory of Real-World Evidence Meets Reality

FDA Law Blog

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.

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“Judicial Notice (05.12.24): How To Survive Cross Like A Porn Star; Paul Weiss’s big hire from Cleary Gottlieb, TikTok’s suit against the feds, more takes on the Columbia clerk boycott, and other legal news from the week that was.”

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“Judicial Notice (05.12.24): How To Survive Cross Like A Porn Star; Paul Weiss’s big hire from Cleary Gottlieb, TikTok’s suit against the feds, more takes on the Columbia clerk boycott, and other legal news from the week that was.” David Lat has this post at his “Original Jurisdiction” Substack site. The post “Judicial Notice (05.12.24): How To Survive Cross Like A Porn Star; Paul Weiss’s big hire from Cleary Gottlieb, TikTok’s suit against the feds, more takes on t

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Suppose Democrats Insisted They Wouldn’t Accept The Results Of Elections

Above The Law

What would Tim Scott -- or any other Republican -- say? The post Suppose Democrats Insisted They Wouldn’t Accept The Results Of Elections appeared first on Above the Law.

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Contract Lifecycle Management: A Business Enabler Exploring On-Ground Challenges

CLM tools have always strived to push contract management into the digital age for almost 30 years. But the complexities of digitising a legal document are numerous. The current scenarios in business development have shown that having a fully automated CLM has become a mandate for every law firm and in-house legal department. To determine if you need a CLM system, it's essential to clearly identify the on-ground business challenges you aim to solve.

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“In praise of robotic judging: The Supreme Court mindlessly and correctly decides Culley v. Marshall.”

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“In praise of robotic judging: The Supreme Court mindlessly and correctly decides Culley v. Marshall.” Adam Unikowsky has this post at his Substack site, “Adam’s Legal Newsletter.” The post “In praise of robotic judging: The Supreme Court mindlessly and correctly decides Culley v. Marshall.” appeared first on How Appealing.

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DOJ Launches Task Force on Healthcare Monopolies: Will It Make A Difference?

Above The Law

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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“The Historic Trump Court Cases That We Cannot See: The former President is on trial in a courtroom that has banned cameras; Meanwhile, the Supreme Court is deciding whether his other trials should even happen.”

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“The Historic Trump Court Cases That We Cannot See: The former President is on trial in a courtroom that has banned cameras; Meanwhile, the Supreme Court is deciding whether his other trials should even happen.” Neal Katyal has this essay online at The New Yorker. The post “The Historic Trump Court Cases That We Cannot See: The former President is on trial in a courtroom that has banned cameras; Meanwhile, the Supreme Court is deciding whether his other trials should even happe

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Court declines death penalty case on jury selection

SCOTUSBlog

Share Over a written dissent by two justices, the Supreme Court on Monday declined to take up a death penalty case asking them to weigh in on when jury selection begins and the defendant has a right to be present. The order in Sandoval v. Texas came as part of a list of orders from the justices’ private conference last week. The justices did not add any new cases to their docket for the 2024-25 term.

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California Civil Discovery Act Undergoes Significant Overhaul

Short article looking at the new CCP 2016.

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“Supreme Court declines to hear two-step bankruptcy case that drew Senate attention”

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“Supreme Court declines to hear two-step bankruptcy case that drew Senate attention”: Dietrich Knauth of Reuters has this report. The post “Supreme Court declines to hear two-step bankruptcy case that drew Senate attention” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Unintended Victim Of New Biglaw Recruitment Process? Diversity.

Above The Law

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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“Supreme Court denies California’s plea for immunity for COVID-19 deaths at San Quentin”

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“Supreme Court denies California’s plea for immunity for COVID-19 deaths at San Quentin”: David G. Savage of The Los Angeles Times has this report. The post “Supreme Court denies California’s plea for immunity for COVID-19 deaths at San Quentin” appeared first on How Appealing.

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'Grinch' Is Not A Protected Class, HHS Tells 4th Circ.

Law 360

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has urged the Fourth Circuit to reject a chemist's discrimination, hostile work environment and retaliation claims, arguing that "Grinch" is not a protected class and federal law doesn't protect an individual "from not being well-liked in the workplace.

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Dangers of Digital "Reporting": Legal Risks and Unreliable Transcripts

In the world of legal proceedings, the choice between a certified stenographer and digital "reporting" holds significant implications. Certified stenographers go through rigorous training and testing and stand as the gold standard for accuracy in capturing every word. Their expertise ensures a reliable record, a crucial foundation for legal cases.