MyCase
JUNE 27, 2024
Do you know how much money flows into and out of your practice—and whether business expenses and profits are serving your firm’s goals? Taking charge of your law firm’s spend management strategy is crucial to running and maintaining a successful practice. Tracking client expenses, managing monthly budgets, and keeping tabs on your expenses, operating costs, and profitability paves the way for a sustainable future.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
The Bank of Italy identified over 150,000 suspicious transaction in 2023, including possible illegal transactions to Russia, Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) said in its 2023 annual report posted publicly on Wednesday. The FIU annual report detailed the possibility of these illegal transactions towards Russia. The alleged transactions were monitored in the Aggregate Anti-Money Laundering Reports (SARA), and moved through third countries, ending up in Russia in an operation that potentially avoi
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SCOTUSBlog
JUNE 27, 2024
Share The Supreme Court on Thursday temporarily blocked a rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency to reduce air pollution from power plants and other industrial facilities in 23 states. By a vote of 5-4, the justices granted a request from three states, as well as several companies and trade associations affected by the rule, to put the rule on hold while a challenge to it continues in a federal appeals court in Washington, D.C.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
Russia and Ukraine conducted a prisoner exchange , with each side exchanging 90 prisoners of war each and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) acting as an intermediary. The Tuesday exchange marked the latest in a series of periodic swaps between the two nations since the onset of the Russia-Ukraine war in February 2022. The Russian defense ministry confirmed the swap and said that the released Russian military personnel were to be transported to Moscow for medical treatment and rehabilitation.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.
SCOTUSBlog
JUNE 27, 2024
Share The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that a multi-billion-dollar bankruptcy plan for Purdue Pharma, the maker of the opioid OxyContin, cannot move forward. By a vote of 5-4, the justices granted the federal government’s request to block the plan on the ground that it shields members of the Sackler family, which principally owns the company and controlled it until recently, from liability for opioid-related claims even though they did not declare bankruptcy.
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HowAppealing
JUNE 27, 2024
Access today’s rulings of the U.S. Supreme Court in argued cases: The Court issued rulings in four argued cases. 1. Justice Neil M. Gorsuch delivered the opinion of the Court in Ohio v. Environmental Protection Agency , No. 23A349. Justice Amy Coney Barrett issued a dissenting opinion, in which Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan, and Ketanji Brown Jackson joined.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
President William Ruto declined to assent on Wednesday to the contentious Finance Bill 2024 , sending it back to the National Assembly for reconsideration. This decision came amid ongoing protests led by Kenya’s Gen Z population voicing strong opposition to the bill. According to President Ruto: Taking into consideration the widespread expression of dissatisfaction by members of the public on the contents of the Finance Bill, 2024… in exercise of the powers conferred to me by Article
Above The Law
JUNE 27, 2024
Supreme Court's SEC decision is dumb but also dangerous, so that's exciting. The post Supreme Court Greenlights Securities Fraud… Just As The Framers Intended appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Wednesday convicted Al-Qaida-linked militant leader Ag Abdoul Aziz Ag Mohamed Ag Mahmoud of war crimes and crimes against humanity for his alleged role in terrorizing the civilian population of the Malian city of Timbuktu. The case centered on the 2012-2013 northern Mali conflict, which began with an uprising by the local Tuareg population, and quickly escalated after a military coup created a power vacuum.
Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.
SCOTUSBlog
JUNE 27, 2024
Share On Thursday, June 27, we will be live blogging as the court releases opinions in one or more argued cases from the current term. Click here for a list of FAQs about opinion announcements. The post Announcement of opinions for Thursday, June 27 appeared first on SCOTUSblog.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
Human Rights Watch (HRW) urged the Iraqi government on Thursday to halt the arbitrary detention and deportation of Syrian asylum seekers. According to HRW, Iraqi authorities have detained and deported Syrians even when they possessed the required Iraqi documentation. HRW reported that Iraqi authorities neither considered the asylum seeker status of Syrians nor provided any opportunity to contest the deportation orders.
Above The Law
JUNE 27, 2024
Not as ridiculous as hair dye dripping during a press conference. But close! The post Rudy’s Efforts To Fend Off Defamation Damages Are Getting Ridiculous appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Texas and the ACLU petitioned the US Supreme Court to overturn the decision of the Texas 7th Court of Appeals, which affirmed the conviction of three residents of Gainesville, Texas for the alleged “obstruction of a highway or other passageway” during a protest, the groups announced Tuesday. They also filed a stay application pending the disposition of the petition.
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Above The Law
JUNE 27, 2024
The lack of accommodations is a bar to the bar -- stopping some prospective lawyers in their tracks. The post Confusion, Lack Of Clarity Persists In Bar Exam Breastfeeding Standards appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) rejected on Thursday four Italian citizens’ request to reduce their life imprisonment sentence to 30 years of prison and ruled that their bid was out of time. The case before the ECHR started when four Italian citizens filed a request to their national courts to review the enforcement orders of their sentences.
LegalTalkNetwork
JUNE 27, 2024
Most individuals attend law school with the intention of pursuing a career in Big Law or a traditional legal role, not exploring alternative career paths or unlikely legal positions. However, whether you have recently graduated from law school or are considering a second career opportunity, there are many unique legal options available today. Understanding these different roles can help you make well-informed decisions about your future, opening up new and exciting opportunities outside the trad
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
Military vehicles from Boliva breached the presidential palace on Wednesday in an apparent coup attempt. This came after many military vehicles were seen in Plaza Murillo where the government houses and presidential palace are located. This mobilization was met with immediate backlash from the government as the country’s president, Luis Arce, denounced the troops’ movements and called for democracy to be respected.
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Above The Law
JUNE 27, 2024
An important ranking to show which firms are helping women achieve successful careers in the law. The post The Biggest Biglaw Firms With The Most Women Lawyers (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
Amnesty International on Wednesday called for an immediate investigation into the death of Malay Muslim human rights defender Roning Dolah, who was fatally shot in Thailand on Tuesday night. Human Rights Watch also added its voice to the call for accountability. Roning was stationed in Pattani as a coordinator working with Duay Jai Group , providing rehabilitation support for torture survivors.
Law 360
JUNE 27, 2024
Counsel for Live Nation Entertainment and subsidiary Ticketmaster on Thursday told a skeptical Manhattan federal judge that the U.S. Department of Justice's antitrust case belongs in D.C. federal court, where the green light was given for the companies' 2010 merger.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
The New Zealand government passed on Tuesday the first reading of the Sentencing (Reinstating Three Strikes) Amendment Bill in the parliament. Associate justice minister Nicoke McKEE promised a “more workable” regime that avoids unjust outcomes despite concerns from Ministry of Justice officials that the proposed legislation may be inconsistent with international obligations.
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.
Law 360
JUNE 27, 2024
In Henrich v. XL Specialty Insurance, the Delaware Bankruptcy Court recently found that a never-served qui tam claim had been "brought" before a D&O policy's retroactive date, thereby eliminating coverage, and creating a nightmare scenario for directors and officers policyholders facing whistleblower claims, says David Klein at Pillsbury.
JURIST
JUNE 27, 2024
The Chamber of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) announced Wednesday the relinquishment of its jurisdiction to the Grand Chamber in a case concerning 32 Afghan refugees at the Poland-Belarus border. The group alleges that they were illegally pushed back by Polish border guards after attempting to enter Poland from Belarus. The Afghan nationals claim they fled their homeland following the Taliban’s takeover of the government in 2021.
Above The Law
JUNE 27, 2024
If the juror was a government official, they could have just waited until after the trial to give her $120k! The post Five Defendants Charged After Failed Juror-Bribing Attempt appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
JUNE 27, 2024
The U.S. Supreme Court shot down the validity of nonconsensual third-party releases in an opinion issued Thursday in the case of bankrupt drugmaker Purdue Pharma LP, potentially exposing the Sackler family members who own the company to personal liability for the company's role in the opioid crisis.
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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