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Canada Supreme Court rules declaratory relief may be appropriate in First Nations treaty dispute

JURIST

The Supreme Court of Canada found Friday that the government acted dishonestly when it reneged on an 1877 treaty to an Alberta indigenous community and allowed for declaratory relief. The case concerned the Blood Tribe, which is a member tribe of the Blackfoot Confederacy of First Nations. In 1877, the Crown and the Blackfoot Confederacy signed Treaty No. 7.

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Artificial Intelligence May Not Disrupt The Legal Profession For A While

Above The Law

The work of artificial intelligence definitely still needs to be reviewed by a lawyer. The post Artificial Intelligence May Not Disrupt The Legal Profession For A While appeared first on Above the Law.

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Hong Kong court sentences Portuguese national to 5 years prison over inciting secession

JURIST

The District Court of Hong Kong sentenced Portuguese national and former president of the now-dissolved Hong Kong Independence Party Joseph John on Thursday to five years in prison for conspiring to incite others to commit secession under the China-imposed National Security Law. John is the first European citizen jailed under the law. John was convicted in February of inciting others to commit secession by posting seditious statements on the Hong Kong Independence Party’s social media acco

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Navigating The Data Deluge: Privacy, AI Governance, And The Future Of Innovation

Above The Law

How do we continue to govern data and AI without hindering development? The post Navigating The Data Deluge: Privacy, AI Governance, And The Future Of Innovation appeared first on Above the Law.

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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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German police arrest suspected member of Islamic State on war crimes charges

JURIST

The German Federal Criminal Police arrested on Wednesday Sohail A, a suspected member of the foreign terrorist organizations Liwa Jund al-Rahman and the Islamimc State, on behalf of the Prosecutor General. The Prosecutor General obtained an arrest warrant from the Federal Court on March 20. The Federal Court granted the permission for two reasons. First, Sohail A is strongly suspected of being a member of terrorist organizations Liwa Jund al Rahman and the Islamic State, which is an offense unde

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Law Students in BYU Law’s LawX Program Develop Two Applications Targeting Access to Justice

LawSites

Two teams of law students, as part of their education at Brigham Young University Law School, have developed applications targeting issues of access to justice, and today, on the last day of classes, they will showcase what they have built at a special event expected to be attended by members of the local legal and […]

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Why Hospitals Are Condemning CMS’ Proposed Inpatient Payment Rule

Above The Law

CMS released a proposed rule this week that would boost hospitals’ inpatient payment rates by 2.6%. Hospitals groups have swiftly denounced this plan, arguing that this payment update is insufficient and will jeopardize hospitals’ financial stability. The post Why Hospitals Are Condemning CMS’ Proposed Inpatient Payment Rule appeared first on MedCity News.

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Court rules for property owner in building fee dispute

SCOTUSBlog

Share California homeowner George Sheetz won a victory at the Supreme Court on Friday in his challenge to the constitutionality of a fee that he was required to pay the county to receive a permit to build his home. In a unanimous decision authored by Justice Amy Coney Barrett, the justices agreed with Sheetz that conditions on building permits should be subject to heightened scrutiny even if they were authorized by legislation, rather than imposed on an individual basis by administrators.

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Police Chief Hailed As A Hero For Crashing Into A Car While Fleeing The Scene Of A Shooting

Above The Law

From the let's-make-sure-everyone-but-taxpayers-get-home-safely dept The post Police Chief Hailed As A Hero For Crashing Into A Car While Fleeing The Scene Of A Shooting appeared first on Above the Law.

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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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Dominican Republic authorities launch investigation into alleged rape of minor by immigration officer

JURIST

The Dominican Republic Public Prosecutor’s Office launched an investigation on Thursday into the alleged rape of a 14-year-old girl by an immigration officer. Human Rights Activist Santiago Molina filed on Tuesday a criminal complaint against an immigration officer for the rape of a minor. The activist stated that in the early morning of April 5, immigration officers entered a neighborhood in Punta Cana by forcibly breaking into houses while searching for Haitians.

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Associate At Top Biglaw Firm Dies By Suicide

Above The Law

News of the associate's tragic death comes during a time of renewed interest in mental health assistance for attorneys. If you are concerned about yourself or another lawyer, there is help available. The post Associate At Top Biglaw Firm Dies By Suicide appeared first on Above the Law.

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How to Quickly Remove Administrative Tasks Off Your Attorneys’ Plates

CARET Legal

How can we ensure that your attorneys can focus on their primary roles without being overwhelmed? The answer lies in law firm management software. Running a law firm is no small feat. It involves a complex array of tasks such as managing client relationships , overseeing case management, preparing documents, and so much more. Amidst all these responsibilities, it’s important to remember that your attorneys are there to do what they do best – provide exceptional legal advice, represen

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Finance Docket: FTC Chair Appears On The Daily Show With Jon Stewart, Slams Tech Monopolies

Above The Law

Stewart doesn't seem to have lost his comedic chops, or his ability to bring complicated, often wonky, topics to the masses. The post Finance Docket: FTC Chair Appears On The Daily Show With Jon Stewart, Slams Tech Monopolies appeared first on Above the Law.

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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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Some GenAI to Help Your New Law Firm

My Shingle

Are you interested in what generative Ai can do but haven’t had a chance to spend the time experimenting, or even sitting through an hour-long webinar? Here are two resources that won’t take more than ten minutes of your time. First up – a summary comparison of five gen AI platforms and their legal research… The post Some GenAI to Help Your New Law Firm appeared first on My Shingle.

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The Journey From Associate To Partner: Navigating New Waters

Above The Law

Congratulations on being a new partner! Now what? The post The Journey From Associate To Partner: Navigating New Waters appeared first on Above the Law.

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Questions Persist After Ruling Skirts $925M TCPA Award Issue

Law 360

After an Oregon federal court's recent Wakefield v. ViSalus ruling that the doctrine of constitutional avoidance precluded it from deciding whether a $925 million Telephone Consumer Protection Act damages award was constitutionally sound, further guidance is needed on when statutory damages violate due process, says Michael Klotz at O'Melveny.

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And Then There Was One: Penultimate For-Profit Law School Changes Its Ways

Above The Law

Cheers! The post And Then There Was One: Penultimate For-Profit Law School Changes Its Ways appeared first on Above the Law.

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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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AI lawyers: Are robots coming for your job?

OneLegal

Law firms are adopting tech, from revolutionary AI tools to document review. Are AI lawyers next? The post AI lawyers: Are robots coming for your job? appeared first on One Legal.

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How Appealing Weekly Roundup

Above The Law

The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup appeared first on Above the Law.

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Post-Moelis Del. Corp. Law Proposal Would Hurt Stockholders

Law 360

The proposed Delaware General Corporation Law amendment in response to the Court of Chancery's recent opinion in West Palm Beach Firefighters' Pension Fund v. Moelis would upend the foundational principle of corporate law holding that directors govern corporations in the interest of stockholders — and the potential harm would be substantial, say attorneys at Block & Leviton.

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The Most Powerful Tool That Your Firm Isn’t Using  [Sponsored]

Above The Law

‘The amount of cash flow increase you will see … is incredible,’ says one expert. The post The Most Powerful Tool That Your Firm Isn’t Using appeared first on Above the Law.

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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!

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Petition Watch: Judge DQs, 'Excessive' Damages & Price Wars

Law 360

A former al-Qaida member has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to clarify disqualification protocol for judges overseeing a case related to their prior work as a government attorney, and energy drink manufacturers want the court to develop a modern-day test to determine if companies qualify as price-discrimination competitors. Here's four high court petitions filed recently that you might've missed.

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Making The Journey From Biglaw To In-House

Above The Law

Plus how AI is transforming the legal space. The post Making The Journey From Biglaw To In-House appeared first on Above the Law.

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Justices exempt bakery-truck drivers from arbitration requirement

SCOTUSBlog

Share The justices on Friday ruled in favor of a group of truck drivers who transport goods for Wonder Bread in their arbitration dispute. Bissonnette v. LePage Bakeries Park St. is another of the court’s numerous cases interpreting the Federal Arbitration Act’s command that courts enforce mandatory pre-dispute arbitration agreements. Bissonnette involves an exception from the FAA for any “class of workers engaged in foreign or interstate commerce,” and the question in Bissonnette is whether tha

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12 Lateral Interview Tips From A Legal Recruiter [Sponsored]

Above The Law

The interviewer may control the format, but you control the message. The post 12 Lateral Interview Tips From A Legal Recruiter appeared first on Above the Law.

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AI for Paralegals: Everything You Need to Know (and How to Use It Safely)

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Ready to cut through the AI hype and learn exactly how to use these tools in your legal work? Join this webinar to get practical guidance from attorney and AI legal expert, Joe Stephens, who understands what really matters for legal professionals! What You'll Learn: Evaluate AI Tools Like a Pro 🔍 Learn which tools are worth your time and how to spot potential security and ethics risks before they become problems.