Attorney at Work
AUGUST 27, 2024
Teddy Snyder | Consider asking Gen AI tools to analyze some of your legal writing for clarity? The post Does This Writing Pass the AI Test? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
JURIST
AUGUST 27, 2024
Head of Libya’s unrecognized government Osama Hammad announced on Tuesday the suspension of the country’s oil exports in response to attacks and kidnappings of employees of the Central Bank of Libya (CBL) amidst a broader struggle for control between rival factions. The country has been divided by power struggles and currently has two rival governments—a UN-recognized one based in Tripoli and another in the country’s east backed by warlord Gen Khalifa Haftar.
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LawSites
AUGUST 27, 2024
In what it says is the first AI agent for law, the legal technology company Spellbook just released Spellbook Associate, an application that can plan and execute complex, multi-step workflows in transactional matters, much as an associate would.
JURIST
AUGUST 27, 2024
Iranian authorities executed a man who was convicted of murdering lawyer Mahmoudreza Jafar Aghaei in Shahrood, Iran by public hanging on Monday. This was the first time the country publicly hanged an individual this year. The Center for Human Rights in Iran identified the executed man as Amirreza Ajam Akrami and stated that he was sentenced to execution for retribution.
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.
HowAppealing
AUGUST 27, 2024
“Mass. high court rules possessing a switchblade knife is no longer a crime under the Second Amendment”: John R. Ellement of The Boston Globe has this report. And Nate Raymond of Reuters reports that “ Massachusetts high court strikes down switchblade ban.” You can access today’s ruling of the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts at this link.
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Patently O
AUGUST 27, 2024
by Dennis Crouch This week a unanimous jury in Judge Albright’s W.D.Tex. courtroom filled out a very simple verdict form that favored the patentee Lashify over the accused infringer Worldbeauty, who sells drugstore lashes: Q: Did Lashify prove, by a preponderance of the evidence, that Worldbeauty has directly infringed the asserted claims of the asserted patents?
JURIST
AUGUST 27, 2024
New Zealand’s government announced Monday its intention to reverse its ban on offshore oil and gas exploration by passing legislation this year. The proposal aims to enhance investor confidence and strengthen New Zealand’s oil and gas sector. Accordingly, one key effect of the 2024 proposed amendments to the Crown Minerals Act (CMA) 1991 will be reversing the 2018 ban on mining exploration of the onshore Taranaki.
HowAppealing
AUGUST 27, 2024
“Tom Girardi found guilty of wire fraud: ‘It wasn’t a hard decision,’ juror says.” Brittny Mejia of The Los Angeles Times has this report.
JURIST
AUGUST 27, 2024
The Office of the President of the Philippines released a statement criticizing Chinese maritime forces for repetitive and illegal actions in the South China Sea on Monday. The presidential office’s security forum, the National Security Council of the Philippines, also shared a press statement, describing that a Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) vessel, BRP Datu Sanday (MMOV 3002), was targeted by Chinese Coast Guard ships on Sunday.
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.
Above The Law
AUGUST 27, 2024
Wrong Red White and Blue, buddy! The post Judicial Conduct Commission Recommends Confederate Flag Displaying Judge Be Removed From Office appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
AUGUST 27, 2024
The Indian Supreme Court granted bail to Kalvakuntla Kavitha, the leader of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) party, on Tuesday in the money laundering case related to the Delhi liquor policy scam after the high court rejected her bail application on July 1, 2024. The money laundering and corruption case was brought against Kavitha by agencies including the Enforcement Directorate ( ED ) and Central Board of Investigation ( CBI ) following the alleged excise policy scam, which has also put many
HowAppealing
AUGUST 27, 2024
“The Supreme Court is sowing confusion over how it will handle election disputes this fall”: John Fritze of CNN has this report.
CARET Legal
AUGUST 27, 2024
By implementing robust organizational systems, leveraging advanced technology, and following best practices, your firm can transform its approach to discovery The discovery process can be a time-intensive task with the constant influx of electronic data and diverse data sources. However, with effective organization strategies and tools, this process can be streamlined, saving time, reducing errors, and ultimately improving the overall productivity of your law firm.
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Law 360
AUGUST 27, 2024
Self-driving trucking company TuSimple Holdings Inc. has agreed to pay $189 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging it misled investors about its safety record and payments to a Chinese rival that opened it up to U.S. government investigations, according to a filing in California federal court.
Above The Law
AUGUST 27, 2024
Do student-run journals create real-world problems for the shape of the law? The post Law Professors Call Out Colleagues Over Persistent Misrepresentations appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
AUGUST 27, 2024
California-based car-sharing company Turo was hit with a proposed class action in Illinois federal court Monday claiming it violated its own terms of service by refusing to arbitrate consumers' disputes or pay its required portion of the arbitration filing fees.
ABA Journal
AUGUST 27, 2024
The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.
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Above The Law
AUGUST 27, 2024
Join us for this webinar on September 12th, where we’ll delve into the specifics how savvy lawyers are finding themselves ahead of the game. The post How Savvy Lawyers Are (Already) Reaping the Benefits of Generative AI appeared first on Above the Law.
LLRX
AUGUST 27, 2024
FACT SHEET: Oregon Loves New York: A Story of American Unity After 9/11 documents an important event in American history that is little known: the Flight for Freedom, an achievement unequaled by any other community in the United States. Written by Sally Ruth Bourrie with a new edition in 2023, Oregon Loves New York is.
ABA Journal
AUGUST 27, 2024
A disbarred lawyer famous for his legal team’s portrayal in the movie Erin Brockovich was convicted Tuesday for stealing $15 million from four clients over…
LLRX
AUGUST 27, 2024
David Colarusso founded and co-directs the Suffolk University Law School's Legal Innovation & Technology (LIT) Lab. By training he is an attorney and science educator. By experience, he's a data scientist, craftsman, and writer. LLRX is pleased to share what Colarusso states is not a traditional syllabus, because this class he is teaching is not a traditional class.
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.
Above The Law
AUGUST 27, 2024
Harsh but fair. The post Finally Someone Hits The Nail On The Head When It Comes To Yale appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
AUGUST 27, 2024
The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.
Above The Law
AUGUST 27, 2024
Generational turf wars, lawyer style. The post Okay Boomer: Generational Differences Are Hurting Law Firms appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
AUGUST 27, 2024
Public defenders and prosecutors are among about 250 government attorneys who went on strike Monday in California’s Sacramento County following two years without a contract.
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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