Above The Law
DECEMBER 20, 2024
All of the important details you need to know about this growing industry. The post The Inside Scoop On High-Profile Corporate Investigations Work appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 20, 2024
The Taliban has shut down at least 12 media outlets across Afghanistan in 2024 alone, according to a Friday report by Reporters Without Borders. The closures include both public and private channels, with the latest being the Kabul-based Arezo TV, whose closure on December 4 has intensified concerns over mounting restrictions on media operations in the country.
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Paralegal Bootcamp
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Don't be left behind on this one! Prefer to read instead? If you prefer to read rather than watch the video, here’s a summary of what is covered in the video. Adding AI Skills Increases Your Career Security Im sorry I havent been putting out regular weekly episodes lately. Ive been very busy getting our new course done the AI Boot Camp for Legal Professionals.
JURIST
DECEMBER 20, 2024
A UN special rapporteur on Thursday urged the Liberian government to strengthen efforts to combat all forms of trafficking in persons. The UN Special Rapporteur on trafficking in persons, especially women and children Siobhn Mullally urged the Liberian government to prioritize the rights of trafficking victims. She emphasized that such rights included access to assistance and protection through safe homes and emergency shelters as well as the assurance that long-term assistance reaches victims i
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CARET Legal
DECEMBER 20, 2024
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SCOTUSBlog
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Share Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles and commentary related to the Supreme Court. Heres the Friday morning read: The Constitution Allows for Term-Limited Supreme Court Justices (Nancy Gertner, Brennan Center for Justice) Who Knocked on the Supreme Court’s Door in November? (Jimmy Hoover, The National Law Journal) FCC v. Consumers’ Research: Will the Court Reinvigorate the Nondelegation Doctrine or Phone It In?
JURIST
DECEMBER 20, 2024
UN Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo on Wednesday expressed deep concerns about the escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula, underlying that the Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea (North Korea) is continuing to carry out a five-year military plan launched in January 2021 rather than complying with its international obligations. DiCarlo noted that the constant nuclear program includes the 2024 launches of intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs), intermediate-range ballistic missi
Above The Law
DECEMBER 20, 2024
If youre feeling like your data owns you, this special edition of the Non-Eventcast will help you break free. The post Dashboard Confessional: How LegalTech Displays Data Now appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini was acquitted by a Sicilian court Friday on charges of kidnapping and dereliction of duty over his refusal to allow a boat carrying migrants to dock in Italy. The prosecution’s request for a six-year prison sentence and civil claims for over one million euros in damages was ruled unfounded. In 2019, while Minister of the Interior, Salvini prevented a vessel from the Spanish NGO Open Arms from docking on the Italian island of Lampedusa.
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Above The Law
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Overwhelmingly Profitable Firm Brainstorms On Way To Value Associate's Hard Work: Maybe they could.I don't know.give out special bonuses ? Top 50 Firm Manages To Pay Out More Than HoLove: And Morrison & Foerster didn't even have to do a PR run to fix the outrage ! Biglaw Firm's Compensation Goes Above Market: Good on Irell & Manella ! Match A Little Now, Match A Little Later: Firm matches market.
JURIST
DECEMBER 20, 2024
The US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced on Friday that it has filed a lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase Bank, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo Bank for allowing fraud to occur on the Zelle platform. The lawsuit contains ten counts of offenses against the banks for failing to address frauds under sections 1031 and 1036 of the 2010 Consumer Financial Protection Act (CFPA), which prohibit the “unfair, deceptive or abusive practices” in providing consumer financial prod
Conflict of Laws
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Edited by: Dr Chukwuma Okoli , University of Birmingham, United Kingdom Dr Eghosa O. Ekhator, University of Derby, United Kingdom Professor Veronica Ruiz Abou-Nigm, University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom Professor Ralf Michaels, Max Planck Institute for Comparative and International Private Law, Germany Hans van Loon, Netherlands OVERVIEW The Journal of Sustainable Development Law and Policy invites scholarly articles for publication in a special issue focusing on the theme Private Internatio
JURIST
DECEMBER 20, 2024
An independent UN expert commended Malaysia on Friday for prioritizing aging in its policy framework, highlighting the necessity for comprehensive measures to safeguard the human rights of older individuals. The commendation from Claudia Mahler , the UN Independent Expert on the enjoyment of all human rights by older persons, was issued following a recent visit to Malaysia aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of the country’s initiatives to meet the needs of its ageing population.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
MyCase
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Legal directories are online platforms where attorneys and law firms showcase their expertise, credentials, and services. These directories serve as a vital resource for potential clients seeking legal help, offering quick access to detailed attorney profiles categorized by practice area, location, and reviews. Maintaining an up-to-date presence on law firm directories can enhance visibility while helping you build credibility and attract new leads.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Bring up the judge's late father. That always works. The post Rudy Giuliani’s Lawyer Is Out Of His F*cking Gourd appeared first on Above the Law.
MyCase
DECEMBER 20, 2024
For solo attorneys and small law firms, maintaining Form 1099 compliance is essential to running a successful practice. However, navigating the complexities of the IRS Form 1099 reporting process throughout the year can be challenging. In this blog, youll learn the essential steps for preparing Form 1099 correctly. Well cover specific circumstances under which Form 1099 is required, such as a 1099 for attorney fees or payments to independent contractors, the differences between Form 1099-MISC an
Day on Torts
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Where defendant had filed both a TPPA petition to dismiss and a motion for summary judgment, plaintiff was not allowed to voluntarily dismiss the action against that defendant. In Garramone v. Dugger , No. M2023-00677-COA-R3-CV (Tenn. Ct. App. Nov. 25, 2024), plaintiff filed a false light invasion of privacy claim against defendants based on events that occurred when plaintiff ran for re-election as a city commissioner.
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ABA Journal
DECEMBER 20, 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
DECEMBER 20, 2024
From the chickening-out dept The post KFC Abrubptly Drops Original Recipe Tradeamark Suit Against Churchs Chicken appeared first on Above the Law.
Dwyer,Williams&Cherkoss
DECEMBER 20, 2024
The post Understanding Uninsured Motorist Coverage in Oregon: What You Need to Know appeared first on [link] Uninsured Motorist Coverage protects you if you're injured in an accident caused by an uninsured driver. Learn how it works, what it covers, and why it's essential for financial protection.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Pay me what you owe me, say the rainmakers. The post Partners Know What They’re Worth, So Biglaw Better Have Their Money 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?
LawSites
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Join us live today at 3 p.m. ET for Legaltech Week, where today’s agenda includes the big reveal of the legal tech word of the year, a look back at some of the year’s top trends, and our panelists’ picks of the top stories of the week in legal tech and legal innovation.
Above The Law
DECEMBER 20, 2024
These compensation incentives are HUGE! The post This Top 50 Biglaw Firm Is Offering Associates Bonuses On Top Of Bonuses On Top Of Bonuses appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
DECEMBER 20, 2024
From cartoon captions to court rulings that shaped the Endangered Species Act to book recommendations for lawyers, the ABA Journal presents our favorite photo galleries…
Above The Law
DECEMBER 20, 2024
A purely academic enterprise, I'm sure. The post There’s Fresh Interest In Informing Potential Jurors About Jury Nullification appeared first on Above the Law.
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