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US civil rights NGO condemns China suppression of Xinjiang Uyghur Muslim

JURIST

The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) condemned on Wednesday Chinese authorities’ ongoing suppression of the Muslim community in Xinjiang. The civil rights and advocacy NGO accused the Chinese government of attempting to “erase” Uyghur culture, the Chinese Muslim ethnic minority, by renaming their villages in a manner that reflects the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) ideology.

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Announcement of opinions for Thursday, June 20

SCOTUSBlog

Share On Thursday, June 20, 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 20 appeared first on SCOTUSblog.

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EU confirms new package of sanctions against Russia

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The European Union (EU) agreed on a new package of sanctions against Russia, the Presidency of the Council of the EU confirmed Thursday. This new set of measures is the fourteenth package the EU has issued since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen confirmed the sanctions will “further deny Russia access to key technologies … and tackle Putin’s shadow fleet and shadow banking network abroad.” The package also

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“A dispute between Egg Harbor and a popular restaurant has just been settled by the Wisconsin Supreme Court; The Door County village condemned a strip of property at Shipwrecked Brewpub to build a sidewalk, which the property owner claimed was illegal by state statute”

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“A dispute between Egg Harbor and a popular restaurant has just been settled by the Wisconsin Supreme Court; The Door County village condemned a strip of property at Shipwrecked Brewpub to build a sidewalk, which the property owner claimed was illegal by state statute”: Christopher Clough of The Green Bay Press-Gazette has this report. And at “The Volokh Conspiracy,” Ilya Somin has a post titled “ Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Sidewalks are not ‘Pedestrian Way

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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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Norway to stop short of suspending international adoptions amid investigation

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The Norwegian Ministry of Children and Families announced on Wednesday that it would not stop international adoptions amid an investigation into out-of-country adoption practices but would instead implement risk-reducing measures to ensure that adoptions to Norway are safe and secure. In 2023, the Norwegian government established a committee to investigate illegal or unethical practices in international adoptions.

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UK Supreme Court rules oil well development unlawful

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The UK Supreme Court held Thursday that Surrey’s planning authorities acted unlawfully when granting planning permission for an oil well development in 2019. The court ruled that the authorities should have considered certain environmental impacts when making the decision. The three-to-two decision of the five justices allowed the appeal of a previous resident of Surrey, Sarah Finch.

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“Unpublished Opinions: A Response to Judge Jerry Smith; Unpublished opinions are a growing threat to the rule of law.”

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“Unpublished Opinions: A Response to Judge Jerry Smith; Unpublished opinions are a growing threat to the rule of law.” Steven Calabresi had this post earlier today at “The Volokh Conspiracy.” He later retracted all the juicy parts.

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HRW accuses Russia of suppressing Ukrainian language, education in occupied areas

JURIST

Human Rights Watch (HRW) on Wednesday said Russian authorities have violated their human rights obligations by suppressing the Ukrainian language and injecting propaganda into educational curricula in occupied Ukrainian territories. The report claims Russian authorities continue to suppress the Ukrainian language and curriculum in the territories of Ukraine that Russian forces have occupied since February 2022, when Moscow launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

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Access today’s rulings of the U.S. Supreme Court in argued cases

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Access today’s rulings of the U.S. Supreme Court in argued cases: The Court issued rulings in four argued cases. 1. Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh delivered the opinion of the Court in Moore v. United States , No. 22-800. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson issued a concurring opinion. Justice Amy Coney Barrett issued an opinion, in which Justice Samuel A.

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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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New Caledonia police detain 11 people over alleged involvement in violent protests

JURIST

Police in New Caledonia arrested 11 people on Wednesday, including independence leader Christian Tein, for alleged organized crime offenses and involvement in the violent protests that have taken place in the country since May 13, according to an interview with prosecutor Yves Dupas. The detainees were placed under police custody for up to 96 hours.

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Lawyer Suspended For Pooping In Pringles Can Gets His Law License Reinstated

Above The Law

A very serious ethical shituation for this lawyer turned out to have an ending happier than the poop emoji. The post Lawyer Suspended For Pooping In Pringles Can Gets His Law License Reinstated appeared first on Above the Law.

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ECHR rules against Czech Republic in juvenile pre-trial detainee discrimination case

JURIST

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) ruled on Thursday that the Czech Republic discriminated against a juvenile defendant when it did not afford him the three-month pretrial detention review period granted to adults. The case of Spišák v. the Czech Republic highlights differential treatment between juveniles and adults during pre-trial detention.

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“Supreme Court upholds Californian’s drug trafficking conviction that leaned on expert’s opinion”

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“Supreme Court upholds Californian’s drug trafficking conviction that leaned on expert’s opinion”: David G. Savage of The Los Angeles Times has this report.

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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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India police make first arrest connected with recent Jammu and Kashmir terror attack

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The police of the Indian region of Jammu and Kashmir arrested on Wednesday an individual named Hakimdeen suspected of being involved in a recent terror attack, making it the first arrest of the case. The investigation is currently being handled by India’s National Investigation Agency (NIA), with the matter being handed to it by the Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday.

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“Antonin Scalia’s Son Found a New Way to Exploit the Worst Loophole in the Court System”

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“Antonin Scalia’s Son Found a New Way to Exploit the Worst Loophole in the Court System”: Miles Mogulescu has this Jurisprudence essay online at Slate.

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India government cancels national professor admissions test amidst discrepancies in medical entrance examination

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The Education Ministry of the Central Government of India announced on Wednesday the cancellation of the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) exam in a move to “ensure the sanctity of exams” amid an ongoing controversy surrounding the results of a medical entrance exam. The UGC NET exam is conducted to determine the eligibility of individuals for the posts of Assistant Professor and Junior Research Fellow in Indian universities, and it is conducted twice e

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Supreme Court Slaps Down Fifth Circuit. Again. This Time It’s Their First Amendment Jurisprudence Under Fire.

Above The Law

Yes, this means James Ho was correct. The post Supreme Court Slaps Down Fifth Circuit. Again. This Time It’s Their First Amendment Jurisprudence Under Fire. 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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“Handing Down The Final 19 (or 17) Opinions; With a Presidential Debate on June 27!”

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“Handing Down The Final 19 (or 17) Opinions; With a Presidential Debate on June 27!” Josh Blackman has this post at “The Volokh Conspiracy.

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Which BigLaw firms pay the highest starting salary?

ABA Journal

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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Supreme Court allows ex-council member’s retaliatory arrest lawsuit to move forward

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Share The court handed a win to a former-city council member in Texas on Thursday, clearing the way for her federal civil rights claim to move forward. Sylvia Gonzalez contends that her 2019 arrest on charges that she had tampered with government records came in retaliation for her criticism of the city manager in Castle Hills, Tex. In a brief unsigned opinion, the justices reinstated Gonzalez’s claim after a federal appeals court had thrown it out, holding that the lower court had applied an “o

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The Best Fountain Pen Store in Your Town

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Analog Attorney | Our top-tier list of the best fountain pen stores in five cities. The post The Best Fountain Pen Store in Your Town appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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California Civil Discovery Act Undergoes Significant Overhaul

Short article looking at the new CCP 2016.

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A Flurry of Audit Activity at PCAOB, FASB

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There is no indication of the typical “summer slowdown” at the Public Company Accounting and Oversight Board or the Financial Accounting Standards Board. In fact, the PCAOB and FASB have been quite active in June, approving a slew of rule changes. Here is a round-up of their recent activity. PCAOB Perhaps the biggest story in the audit world was the PCAOB’s 5-0 vote on June 12 to expand liability for individuals who contribute to accounting firms’ violations of audit standards.

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“Thou Shalt Not Post the Ten Commandments in the Classroom”

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“Thou Shalt Not Post the Ten Commandments in the Classroom”: Columnist David French has this essay online at The New York Times.

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Bernie Sanders Urges GAO To Investigate Payers Over Birth Control Coverage

Above The Law

Under the Affordable Care Act, most private health insurance plans are required to cover birth control methods approved by the FDA without out-of-pocket costs. But not all plans are doing this, Bernie Sanders declared in a letter. The post Bernie Sanders Urges GAO To Investigate Payers Over Birth Control Coverage appeared first on MedCity News.

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Ex-law school IT director accused of making unauthorized purchases worth $68K

ABA Journal

A former information technology employee at New England Law in Boston was arraigned last week on larceny charges for allegedly making about $68,000 in unauthorized…

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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.

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Mike Lindell Don’t Need No Stinkin’ Lawyers

Above The Law

He's got Jesus. and discount codes! The post Mike Lindell Don’t Need No Stinkin’ Lawyers appeared first on Above the Law.

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Lawyer reinstated after Pringles can poop prank

ABA Journal

An Ohio lawyer has been reinstated to practice after a suspension for tossing a poop-filled Pringles can into the parking lot of a victims advocacy…

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Media Matters Isn’t Saying Judge Reed O’Connor Is Conflicted. They’re Just Saying That He Stands To Financially Benefit From Twitter SLAPP Suit.

Above The Law

Subtle. The post Media Matters Isn’t Saying Judge Reed O’Connor Is Conflicted. They’re Just Saying That He Stands To Financially Benefit From Twitter SLAPP Suit. appeared first on Above the Law.

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