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INGO urges Argentina to ensure pensions for the elderly under international law

JURIST

Amnesty International urged the Argentinian government on Friday to guarantee adequate living standards and pensions for elderly people following the government’s refusal to extend the pension moratorium that expired last week. Amnesty noted in its press release that the government’s failure to act would directly harm older people and violate their rights under international law, which would result in older people needing to work beyond age 65, and would [force them] to alternatives

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City to City: How Local Is Your Web Presence?

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

If you practice in or near a major city, youre likely focused on marketing your law practice in said major city. Theres just one problem with that idea: so are all your competitors. But, your vision for a local web presence can be broader, if you zoom out. The fact is that if you start looking at suburbs, youre likely to find underserved communities; and, if your law firm can focus on providing services there, youll be more noticeable, since youll have fewer direct competitors.

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INGO welcomes UN report on protecting human rights of African descent groups

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Amnesty International voiced its support on Friday for a report issued by the UN Intergovernmental Working Group on the Effective Implementation of the Durban Declaration and Programme of Action (DDPA), stating that it “fully supports” a more detailed draft UN declaration seeking to address the “respect, protection and fulfilment” of human rights for people of African descent worldwide.

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“A Bill to Stop Nationwide Injunctions: My legislation would curb judicial policymaking and politicization of courts.”

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“A Bill to Stop Nationwide Injunctions: My legislation would curb judicial policymaking and politicization of courts.” U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) will have this op-ed in Monday’s edition of The Wall Street Journal.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

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.

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Press freedom group urges Guatemala government to investigate journalist murder

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Reporters Without Borders (RSF) demanded an investigation on Friday into the murder of Guatemalan journalist Carmen Ismael Alonzo Gonzalez, who was shot last week. In the background of a surge in violence against journalists, RSF urged the government to install legal safeguards. RSF Latin America director Artur Romeu stated: The murder of Ismael Alonzo Gonzlez highlights the dangers and insecurity faced by community journalists in Guatemala.

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International Court of Justice to hear Sudan genocide claim against UAE

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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) announced on Friday that it would hear a case brought by Sudan seeking emergency measures against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the crime of genocide. Sudan alleges that the UAE has violated the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide (Genocide Convention) by enabling the militia Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to use violence against the Masalit group in Sudan.

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“Wisconsin AG appeals to state’s high court to stop Musk from paying voters; Elon Musk is set to visit Wisconsin on Sunday evening to give away two $1 million prizes ahead of a high-stakes election for a seat on the state Supreme Court”

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“Wisconsin AG appeals to states high court to stop Musk from paying voters; Elon Musk is set to visit Wisconsin on Sunday evening to give away two $1 million prizes ahead of a high-stakes election for a seat on the state Supreme Court”: Patrick Marley of The Washington Post has this report.

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Human Rights group calls on Mexico Senate to renew citizen council

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Amnesty International urged the Mexican Senate on Friday to renew the Citizen Council of the National Search System , which has been vacant since May 2024. Amnesty International stated that: the Council’s inability to operate effectively hinders the right of people searching for victims of disappearance to participate in decision-making and overseeing the governments plans and operations regarding the disappeared crisis faced by the country.

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“Will Religion’s Remarkable Winning Streak at the Supreme Court Continue? The court, which has been receptive to claims from religious groups, particularly Christian ones, will hear three major cases in the coming weeks.”

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“Will Religions Remarkable Winning Streak at the Supreme Court Continue? The court, which has been receptive to claims from religious groups, particularly Christian ones, will hear three major cases in the coming weeks.” Adam Liptak of The New York Times has 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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Call Back: Integrate VoIP with Your Case Management Software

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

If you havent yet adopted a VoIP (internet) phone , you should be considering it. Not only does VoIP offer you cost savings over traditional phones, it also provides lots of flexibility, including access to softphones = the ability to turn any internet-ready device into a phone, via the use of an app. But, because a VoIP phone system is effectively a software product that means that you can also connect it to other software systems , which you cant do with a traditional phone system.

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“White House ordered firing of L.A. federal prosecutor on ex-Fatburger CEO case, sources say”

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“White House ordered firing of L.A. federal prosecutor on ex-Fatburger CEO case, sources say”: Brittny Mejia, James Queally, Matt Hamilton, and Matthew Ormseth of The Los Angeles Times have this report.

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Federal court temporarily blocks deportation of Tufts university student

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A federal court in Massachusetts ordered on Friday that Tufts University doctoral student, Rumeysa Ozturk, not be removed from the US until the court has had an opportunity to determine whether it has subject matter jurisdiction to hear the case. Judge Denise Casper noted precedents in the order confirming that the court has the authority “to preserve its jurisdiction while it determines whether it has jurisdiction” where a substantial jurisdictional question exists.

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“A battle over religion and schools in Oklahoma could decide the future of the First Amendment; Conservative religious activists want to dismantle the longtime understanding of the separation of church and state — and the Supreme Court may be on board”

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“A battle over religion and schools in Oklahoma could decide the future of the First Amendment; Conservative religious activists want to dismantle the longtime understanding of the separation of church and state — and the Supreme Court may be on board”: Lawrence Hurley of NBC News has this report.

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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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It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s Operation Stork Speed

FDA Law Blog

By Charles D. Snow & Deborah L. Livornese & Ricardo Carvajal On March 18, 2025, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) launched a significant initiative called Operation Stork Speed to bolster the availability and safety of infant formula in the United States ( link , link ). This initiative seeks to address the ongoing challenges families face in ensuring they have access to safe, reliable, and nutritious infant formula and is

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“Appeals Court rejects AG Josh Kaul’s effort to block Elon Musk payments to Wisconsin voters”

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“Appeals Court rejects AG Josh Kaul’s effort to block Elon Musk payments to Wisconsin voters”: Molly Beck of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel has this report.

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ASADIP: Annual Conference, Moot and New Board

Conflict of Laws

Annual conference The Annual Conference of the American Association of Private International Law (ASADIP) will take place on 7-9 August 2025 in Rio de Janeiro (Brazil). More information will be available soon. Moot ASADIP has its own moot! ASADIPs moot is free of charge and will be held in Spanish and Portuguese. There is a written and an oral part.

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Collatoral Review, including habeas

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Summary and Analysis of the Opinion: Deference Owed to the Military Justice System and the Limits of Collateral Review by Federal District Courts The review is based on Csady v. Ashworth, but it is equally applicable when federal courts examine habeas corpus petitions from military prisoners under 28 U.S.C. 2241. I.

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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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Two Biglaw Paths Diverge In The Woods — See Also

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Fallout From Skadden’s Capitulation: A principled “I QUIT” from an associate. Suddenly Skadden Associates Can’t Send Out Mass Emails: Not suspicious at all… Jenner & Block and WilmerHale Get Court Victories Against Trump: From a pair of GOP-appointed federal judges. Speaking Of Conservative Judges And Principled Stands: Maybe stop calling for impeachment when judges are just doing their jobs is a good idea.

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“More Than 80 HLS Professors Denounce Trump Admin Attacks on Law Firms in Letter to Students”

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“More Than 80 HLS Professors Denounce Trump Admin Attacks on Law Firms in Letter to Students”: Caroline G. Hennigan and Bradford D. Kimball of The Harvard Crimson have this report. You can access the letter at this link. At his Substack site, Lawrence Lessig has a post titled “ What we need now: Principled acts, everywhere.” And at “The New Digest” Substack site, Adrian Vermeule has a post titled “ An Open Letter To My Students.

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Capping Carbon Admissions: The Biden Administration is Accused of Burying Conflicting Climate Change Report

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There is a major story developing on Capitol Hill after House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer, R-Ky, revealed that a long-withheld report from the Biden Administration directly contradicted the claims of climate change used to limit increased U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports. The suggestion is that this was an knowing effort to cap carbon admissions rather than carbon emissions.

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“‘Trump bump,’ iffy economy cited for huge law school application spike: Experts; The number of people applying to law school is up by more than 20%.”

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“‘Trump bump,’ iffy economy cited for huge law school application spike: Experts; The number of people applying to law school is up by more than 20%.” Bill Hutchinson of ABC News has this report.

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Transform Your E-Learning: Download the Ultimate Localization Use Case!

Uncover the secret to breaking language barriers and expanding your e-learning reach! This powerful use case reveals how Cesco Linguistic Services transformed 19 training modules for the Colorado Department of Early Childhood into culturally relevant courses in Arabic and Spanish—delivered on time and exceeding expectations. Learn how to localize your content seamlessly, avoid costly pitfalls, and connect with diverse audiences like never before.

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Federal Court Partially Blocks Executive Order Targeting WilmerHale: USPTO Acting Director Among Named Defendants

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by Dennis Crouch In a significant development affecting the legal profession and potentially patent practice, Judge Richard J. Leon of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia has partially granted WilmerHale's motion for a temporary restraining order against President Trump's recent executive order targeting the firm. Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP v.

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“Trump roars down multiple paths of retribution as he vowed. Some targets yield while others fight.”

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“Trump roars down multiple paths of retribution as he vowed. Some targets yield while others fight.” Eric Tucker and Calvin Woodward of The Associated Press have this report.

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Federal court partially blocks Trump’s order targeting prominent law firm

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A federal court partially granted Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP’s (“WilmerHale,” “plaintiff”) request for a temporary restraining order (TRO) and injunctive relief on Friday, blocking 3 and 5 of President Donald Trump’s executive order titled “Addressing Risks from WilmerHale.” The executive order in question criticized the firms employment of former Special Counsel Robert Mueller and top aides to the Russian election interference inve

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“Big Law’s Big Lawyer to Fight Trump Is a Conservative Superstar”

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“Big Laws Big Lawyer to Fight Trump Is a Conservative Superstar”: Greg Stohr, David Voreacos, and Ava Benny-Morrison of Bloomberg News have this report. And at the “Bench Memos” blog of National Review, Ed Whelan has a post titled “ Paul Clements Courage and Integrity.

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Uncovering The Hidden Connections: A Patent Family Survival Guide

Speaker: Andrew Klein

Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!