Attorney at Work
APRIL 25, 2024
Susan Cohodes | Three months into semi-retirement, I still find it difficuilt to give less than full-time attention to my part-time legal work. The post Semi-Retired: Breaking Up Is Hard to Do appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
JURIST
APRIL 25, 2024
Amnesty International urged Lesothan authorities on Thursday to publicly intervene and take action against alleged threats made against Phafane Nkotsi, a journalist and owner of the Lesotho Tribune. Amnesty International’s statement follows a recent publication by the company regarding allegations of corruption at the Public Officers Defined Contribution Fund, which is also referred to as the “pension fund.” On April 17, members of the Lesotho Tribune’s staff found three notes
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ABA Journal
APRIL 25, 2024
A Texas judge recused herself in two cases involving a murder defendant Wednesday, after she was caught on a hot mic outside the presence of jurors saying he had killed the victim to show a woman that “he’s a man.
JURIST
APRIL 25, 2024
A federal judge in North Carolina found on Tuesday that the state’s 147-year-old voting law is unconstitutional. US District Judge Loretta Biggs found that a state law, which prevents convicted felons from casting a vote, violates the Equal Protection Clause and the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment of the US Constitution. The lawsuit arose when civil rights group North Carolina A.
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LawSites
APRIL 25, 2024
According to Upsolve, a nonprofit company whose technology helps low-income individuals file for bankruptcy for free, Americans owe $1.77 trillion in student loan debt — 93% of it to the federal government. Since 2017, Upsolve’s debt relief tools have helped more than 13,000 individuals erase more than $750 million in debt.
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Above The Law
APRIL 25, 2024
Walgreens announced that it is expanding its specialty pharmacy offerings. Experts think that this move could yield several strategic benefits, given the higher profit margins associated with specialty medications compared to traditional drugs. They also think Walgreens’ move could lead to greater competition, consolidation and innovation within the broader pharmacy industry.
JURIST
APRIL 25, 2024
Human Rights Watch (HRW) reported on Thursday that military forces in Burkina Faso executed at least 233 civilians in attacks on two villages. It labels the attacks as “among the worst army abuse in Burkina Faso since 2015.” These two mass killings occurred in the villages of Nondin and Soro on February 25. At the moment, there is no official justification by the military for the reason of the attacks.
LDA PRO
APRIL 25, 2024
Estate planning is a very stressful task. Individual works hard throughout their life to build their assets, and ensure that on their death the assets are distributed according to their wishes. This is where LDA Pro’s living trust paralegal service plays an active role in managing their assets and beyond. But navigating the legal formalities of a living trust is very complex.
Above The Law
APRIL 25, 2024
Oh, look! The consequences of my own actions. The post Lawyer Facing Ethics Probe Decides Maybe Destroying His Computer Will Help. It Does Not. appeared first on Above the Law.
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?
ABA Journal
APRIL 25, 2024
The Ohio Supreme Court has suspended a lawyer who pleaded guilty to misdemeanor assault after being accused of touching his stepdaughter’s 18-year-old friend in a…
Above The Law
APRIL 25, 2024
What's the big problem? I thought you business people loved free markets? The post FTC Faces Immediate Backlash For Getting Rid of Non-Compete Clauses appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
APRIL 25, 2024
A federal appeals court on Wednesday revived a lawsuit alleging that Whole Foods Market retaliated against a worker who protested the company's ban on Black…
Above The Law
APRIL 25, 2024
This Biglaw leader is ready to adapt to the new reality of AI helping his firm make more money. The post Biglaw Leader Thinks Using AI Will Help His Firm Beat The Competition In The Market appeared first on Above the Law.
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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.
ABA Journal
APRIL 25, 2024
A New Hampshire lawyer has been disbarred based on allegations that he destroyed his computer before an ethics hearing and altered metadata to make it…
Above The Law
APRIL 25, 2024
Lawyer Disbarred After Failing To Successfully Destroy Evidence On His Computer: Not the brightest moment of his career. Is the last one, though. Oh, Now You Care About Immunity!: Alito and Clarence stretch so hard to justify absolute immunity that several yogis have started taking notes. Didn't Expect The Kendrick v. Drake Beef To Involve A Lawsuit: Or 2Pac to be honest.
JURIST
APRIL 25, 2024
Australian authorities charged five juveniles on Thursday in connection with the alleged perpetrator of the April 15 Wakeley church attack. The charges come after police from New South Wales (NSW) and the Australian Federal Police (AFP) arrested seven juveniles for their suspected involvement with the April 15 attack. A series of searches were conducted in several suburbs of Sydney and Goulburn, resulting in the arrest of seven male juveniles.
Above The Law
APRIL 25, 2024
Want more bonus money at this firm? Better get to work! The post Biglaw Firm Adjusts Bonus Policy To Hand Out Big Bucks — But Only To Its Biggest Billers appeared first on Above the Law.
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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.
JURIST
APRIL 25, 2024
The Madrid Prosecutor’s Office in Spain asked the court on Thursday to drop the case against Begoña Gomez, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s wife, for the alleged crime of peddling influence and corruption, sources told Spanish news source EFE. The prosecutors appealed a local court’s decision to open preliminary investigations into the links between Begoña Gomez and private companies.
Above The Law
APRIL 25, 2024
* Understanding this morning's oral argument over presidential immunity before Sam Alito just makes up something instead. [ Dorf on Law ] * Over in the UK, a former judge proposes holding court in pubs to restore faith in the system. Clarence Thomas is down as long as one of the parties is buying! [ LegalCheek ] * Chamber of Commerce sues over FTC's ban on non-compete agreements because why should there be a "free" market?
JURIST
APRIL 25, 2024
Peruvian law students from the Facultad de Derecho y Ciencias Políticas , Universidad Nacional de San Antonio Abad del Cusco are reporting for JURIST on law-related events in or affecting Perú. All of them are from CIED ( Centro de Investigación de los Estudiantes de Derecho , a student research center in UNSAAC’s faculty of law dedicated to spreading legal information and improving legal culture through study and research, promoting critical and reflective debate to contribute to the deve
Above The Law
APRIL 25, 2024
For the Swifties who haven't heard 'Taylor Made,' it's probably worth a listen. The post Speaking From Beyond The Grave Was Only Cool When 2Pac Did It appeared first on Above the Law.
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!
JURIST
APRIL 25, 2024
Russia vetoed a UN Security Council resolution sponsored by the US and Japan on Wednesday, which called on all nations to contribute to the peaceful use of outer space and to prevent a dangerous nuclear arms race. Furthermore, the resolution would have urged all nations “to refrain from actions contrary to that objective and to the relevant existing treaties in the interest of maintaining international peace and security.” The draft resolution received thirteen votes in favor, one ab
Above The Law
APRIL 25, 2024
Not all feedback is created equal. The post What To Do With Feedback appeared first on Above the Law.
SCOTUSBlog
APRIL 25, 2024
Share The oral argument Tuesday in Starbucks Corp. v. McKinney was surprisingly one-sided, as the justices seem to have come to the bench settled on the view that the lower court’s ruling could not stand. The basic issue in the case is what the National Labor Relations Board has to prove to get a preliminary injunction against an employer (in this case, Starbucks) while it conducts administrative proceedings to determine if the employer committed an unfair labor practice.
Above The Law
APRIL 25, 2024
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