JURIST

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA) reported on Friday that reporters from at least 13 media outlets in Hong Kong have been subjected to both online and offline harassment as part of a systematic and organized campaign. During a press conference, HKJA chairperson Selina Cheng stated that at least 15 journalists, along with their family members and acquaintances, have received defamatory emails and letters at their homes and workplaces.

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HowAppealing

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

“How Roberts Shaped Trump’s Supreme Court Winning Streak; Behind the scenes, the chief justice molded three momentous Jan. 6 and election cases that helped determine the former president’s fate”: Jodi Kantor and Adam Liptak of The New York Times have this report.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Bangladesh’s interim leader, Muhammad Yunus, issued a stern condemnation on Saturday of recent attacks on Sufi shrines across the country. Bangladesh has experienced a recent rise of extremist violence targeting religious and cultural sites, including both Sufi shrines and minority Hindu temples. Yunus assured the public that law enforcement agencies had been instructed to take immediate action to protect these religious and cultural landmarks, promising that those behind the attacks would

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LegalTalkNetwork

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

National Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long celebration observed every year from September 15 to October 15. During this time, we come together to honor and acknowledge the enduring impact and influence of Hispanic Americans in shaping the history, culture, and identity of the United States. The observation of Hispanic Heritage Month began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson, and it was later expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to last 30 days.

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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.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Several human rights organizations announced on Friday the creation of an international support committee for freedoms in Tunisia in response to increasing authoritarianism under President Kais Saied. They are calling for free, transparent elections, the release of unjustly detained individuals, and an end to repressive measures against Tunisian society.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

The United Nations has curtailed its humanitarian activities in Yemen due to severe restrictions imposed by Houthi authorities. This adjustment follows a crackdown on aid workers and escalating security concerns in areas controlled by the Houthis. The UN has shifted its focus to essential life-saving operations, reducing its broader development initiatives in response to these challenges.

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FDA Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

By Kurt R. Karst — “Inter Partes Review” and “Section 101” are not terms you typically run into on this all-things-FDA blog, but we have talked about such patent-related issues before ( here and here ), and they are important legal (patent) principles, particularly in the context of drug and biological products (and the Hatch-Waxman Amendments and the Biologics Price Competition and Innovation Act (“BPCIA”)).

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Algeria’s top court confirmed the victory of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune on Saturday with state media reporting that the president received 84.3% of the vote, despite claims of fraud from the opposition. Opposition leader Abdelali Hassani Cherif, head of the moderate Islamist party Movement of Society for Peace, legally challenged the vote last week.

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Patently O

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

by Dennis Crouch The Supreme Court’s October 2024 term begins a day early this year. On September 30, the Court will meet for what has become known as the “long conference” — passing judgment on dozens of petitions that have been briefed over the summer break. The long conference is primarily a time to deny a large swath of petitions with very few certiorari grants.

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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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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

The UK’s latest report on Hong Kong, which said on Thursday that the city’s focus on national security was undermining its international reputation, sparked condemnation from Hong Kong over its “absurd and false contents” Amongst other things, the report specifically highlights the prosecution of British national and pro-democracy journalist Jimmy Lai , the enactment of the new national security law and the resignation of two retired UK judges from the Court of Final App

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Conflict of Laws

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

By Birgit van Houtert, Assistant Professor of Private International Law at Maastricht University From 29 July till 16 Augustus 2024, the Summer Courses on Private International Law (PIL) were held at the 93rd session of the summer courses of the Hague Academy of International Law. The PIL courses were followed by 250 onsite attendees and remotely 61 attendees from 74 different countries.

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Rocket Matter

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Learn how big tech has changed the legal industry Free Guide The Small Firm’s Guide to Big Tech While any change in how you operate your law office can feel overwhelming, there’s never been a better time to start migrating your office structures online. Big tech changed the game in how we run our everyday lives, so stay up to date with the latest available software solutions to keep clients happy.

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At the Lectern

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

The Supreme Court almost granted rehearing in a death penalty case on Friday. The rehearing would have been a conditional one, to allow for consideration, on appeal instead of in a habeas corpus proceeding, of evidence of racist conduct by the deputy district attorney who prosecuted the defendant. After a 5-2 court affirmed the death sentence in People v.

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The Estrin Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

By Chere B. Estrin There’s nothing quite like the immediate deflation a hiring manager feels when they spot a resume littered with job hops. That knee-jerk reaction is often something like, “Wait, if you were only there for nine months, maybe you’ll only be here for nine months.” Cue the red flags. It’s true—changing jobs too frequently is right up there with skill mismatches for reasons hiring managers pass over candidates.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Nebraska’s State Supreme Court unanimously ruled on Friday that competing constitutional initiatives on abortion can remain on the ballot for the election in November. The court held that the proposed amendment does not violate Nebraska’s single-subject rule , which ensures ballot measures focus on just one issue at a time. One initiative looks to secure the right to abortion in the Nebraska Constitution up to the point of viability or even later if the woman’s health is at risk.

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JonathanTurley

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Last January, I received a letter threatening me with a defamation lawsuit if I continued my criticism of Hunter Biden, including allegations of criminal conduct. It all seemed part of a “Legion of Doom” defense hatched by Biden supporters reportedly to target critics and even potential witnesses. I proceeded to write three more columns repeating the claims, but did not hear again from the Biden team.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Italian prosecutors in the city of Palermo requested a six-year prison sentence on Saturday for Matteo Salvini, the country’s Deputy Prime Minister and leader of the League party, who is accused of kidnapping migrants and abuse of office. In 2019, then-Minister of the Interior Salvini prevented a vessel of the Spanish NGO Open Arms carrying 147 migrants from docking in Lampedusa, Italy.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Botswana’s former president Ian Khama appeared in a magistrate court in Gaborone on Friday and faced charges of unlawful possession of a firearm and receiving stolen property after returning from three years in exile. This comes only one month before the general election in which his rival and former deputy President Mokgweetsi Masisi is seeking a final term.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Former US President Donald Trump is safe after US Secret Service Agents shot at a man wielding an AK-47-style rifle aimed through a fence while the ex-President was golfing at his West Palm Beach, Florida course, authorities confirmed during a press conference Sunday. Palm Beach County Sherriff Ric Bradshaw said that his office received a shots fired call from the Secret Service at 1:30 PM local time.

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