Attorney at Work
MAY 30, 2024
Is work-life balance possible? Yes. With the right environment, tools and understanding of what it means to have balance. The post Achieving Attorney Work-Life Balance: Is It Possible for Today’s Attorney? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
JURIST
MAY 30, 2024
The Supreme Court decided Thursday that government officials cannot indirectly suppress free speech through coercion, reinforcing their previous decision in Bantam Books, Inc. v. Sullivan. Justice Sotomayor, writing for a unanimous court, said a government official “can share her views freely and criticize particular beliefs, and she can do so forcefully in the hopes of persuading others to follow her lead.
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Attorney at Work
MAY 30, 2024
Analog Attorney | For an everyday fountain pen, you want a workhorse. You want a pen you can drop on the floor. Here are classy but affordable choices to suit your various needs. The post Five Best Fountain Pens Under $40 appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
JURIST
MAY 30, 2024
Spain’s parliament on Thursday gave final approval to an amnesty law for Catalonian political leaders charged with crimes following the controversial 2017 independence referendum. The referendum, which passed 90 percent in favor and 10 percent against, came after Spain’s Constitutional Court declared it illegal. Leaders from Catalonia pushed forward with the referendum regardless.
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LDA PRO
MAY 30, 2024
The experience of losing a loved one is extremely emotional. When faced with the legal process of settling their estate through Probate Sacramento , the added stress can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, LDA Pro Legal can be your trusted partner throughout these challenging times. In this entire blog, you will explore the valuable services LDA Pro Legal offers to guide you efficiently and affordably through probate in California.
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LawSites
MAY 30, 2024
I am running out the door, but this news just broke. Here is the unedited announcement: KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced that a fund managed by KKR has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Agiloft (“the Company”), a trusted global leader in data-first contract lifecycle management (“CLM”).
Above The Law
MAY 30, 2024
When Chanel won its trademark infringement case against What Goes Around Comes Around (and $4 million in statutory damages), it sent ripples – and warnings – through the resale market. Here's what legal experts have to say about it. The post What Can Fashion Brands Do To Protect Themselves In The Secondhand Market? appeared first on Above the Law.
LawSites
MAY 30, 2024
In a move designed to expand its products for online dispute resolution, the American Arbitration Association has acquired ODR.com, a company that builds ODR systems, and its parent company, Resourceful Internet Solutions Inc. (RIS), which also owns Mediate.com, Arbitrate.com and Ombuds.org.
Above The Law
MAY 30, 2024
Mental health inequities are costing the U.S. $477.5 billion annually. This could rise to $1.3 trillion in 2040 if left unaddressed. The post Mental Health Inequities Could Cost $1.3 Trillion in 2040. How Can the Industry Prevent This? appeared first on MedCity News.
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
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JURIST
MAY 30, 2024
Belgian Police conducted raids on Wednesday in an investigation into alleged Russian interference within the European Parliament, particularly focusing on accusations that Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) were paid to promote Russian propaganda via the Voice of Europe website. The raids, spanning a private residence in Brussels and European Parliament offices in Strasbourg and Brussels, were part of an effort to uncover individuals suspected of involvement in this purported scheme.
Above The Law
MAY 30, 2024
Twitter fingers turn to handcuffed hands. The post Former Prosecutor Charged Over Threatening Twitter Posts appeared first on Above the Law.
LawSites
MAY 30, 2024
Legal editing software company BriefCatch has expanded its management team with the hiring of three legal technology veterans to key positions. The hires follow the company’s raise last year of $3.5 million in an oversubscribed seed round.
Above The Law
MAY 30, 2024
Let's see if any lessons were learned. The post Quinn Emanuel Avoids Sanctions In Elon Musk Defamation Case 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.
OneLegal
MAY 30, 2024
Ensuring successful process service can be challenging. At One Legal, we provide strategic tips and innovative tools to enhance your success rates. The post Unlocking the secrets to successful process serving appeared first on One Legal.
Above The Law
MAY 30, 2024
If OpenAI is headed into sexbot territory, it needs to market its products appropriately. If it is designing a tool for the masses that will empower them to obtain the information they need when they need it, then it had best rechart its course. The post I, For One, Welcome Our New Sexbot Overlords appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
MAY 30, 2024
A New York federal judge declined to trim a software company's lawsuit seeking coverage from a Travelers unit for underlying claims that the company violated the Illinois Biometric Privacy Act, finding the company's declaratory relief and bad faith claims were not duplicative of a breach of contract claim.
Above The Law
MAY 30, 2024
Federal Clerks Strongly Denounce Our Government's Involvement: Will more clerks speak out ? You Know We Can See You, Right?: Talk about an open/shut case. No Sanctions This Time: Quinn Emanuel gets off the hook. These Elite Firms Are The Best For Women And Diversity!: Is yours on the list ? Former Prosecutor Faces Federal Charges For Bomb Threat: Get him up out of here.
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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
JURIST
MAY 30, 2024
Thailand’s attorney general decided on Wednesday to indict former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra for allegedly insulting the monarchy in an interview he conducted in 2015 with a foreign media outlet, the attorney general’s spokesman told reporters in a press conference. The case against Thaksin Shinawatra started in 2015 when Deputy Defence Minister Gen Udomdej Sitabutr issued a complaint over the former prime minister’s defamatory comments against the monarchy in an intervi
Above The Law
MAY 30, 2024
Bug bounty programs have been prized as a cybersecurity tool by tech giants and small startups for years, but effective bug bounty programs must have ground rules. The post Securing The Bounty: Bug Bounties Take Center Stage In Uber CISO’s Criminal Appeal appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
MAY 30, 2024
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced on Wednesday that Poland will further fortify its border with Belarus following an incident where a Polish soldier was injured by a migrant. “We will defend our border with all available means,” Donald Tusk said after the attack occurred. On May 28, the Polish Border Guard confirmed an officer had been stabbed by a migrant on the Polish border with Belarus.
Above The Law
MAY 30, 2024
*Ohio moves to make it a felony for librarians to hand out "obscene" books. Weird thing to be sent to Cell Block 1 for. [ SLJ ] * In more reasonable news, New Hampshire strikes down law preventing educators from.teaching true and accurate information. [ Common Dreams ] *Prosecutorial discretion doesn't really cover phoning in bomb threats, buddy. [ ABA Journal ] *Plan on making a documentary?
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?
JURIST
MAY 30, 2024
The Hong Kong Court of First Instance (CFI) convicted 14 of 16 democracy activists of conspiring to commit subversion under Article 22(3) of the China-imposed National Security Law on Thursday over their roles in subverting state power to gain a controlling majority in the 2020 Legislative Council election and force then-Chief Executive Carrie Lam to resign under Article 52 of the Basic Law.
Above The Law
MAY 30, 2024
Which firms made the cut for this year’s ranking? The post Elite Law Firms Recognized As Some Of The Best For Women & Diversity (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.
SCOTUSBlog
MAY 30, 2024
Share On Thursday, May 30, 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, May 30 appeared first on SCOTUSblog.
Above The Law
MAY 30, 2024
'Do you see the perpetrator?' 'Yeah, I'm right here.' The post If You Have To Go To Court, Try Not To Livestream Proof Of Guilt appeared first on Above the Law.
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