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The TikTokification of the Courtroom: The Future of Justice?

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This year, trials will operate under a new set of rules. As attention spans shrink, bombarded by a constant stream of digital content, and visual media reigns supreme, litigators must adapt or perish.

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Rights group calls for governments to provide support to Tibetans in exile

JURIST

Human Rights Watch (HRW) stated that governments should provide more support to Tibetans in exile, on Monday, marking the 66th anniversary of the 1959 Tibetan uprising against China, where Tibetans gathered in Lhasa, to protest against Chinese occupation and protect the Dalai Lama, who was under the threat of assassination. HRW stressed the violation of human rights in Tibet by the Chinese government may be countered if g overnments that profess support for the human rights of Tibetans display t

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The ICJ’s Advisory Opinion on Climate Change: Key Takeaways from the 2024 Hearings (Part 1)

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On March 29, 2023, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted a resolution requesting an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on States obligations regarding climate change. This request was widely seen as an opportunity for the Court to clarify States legal obligations, advance climate justice, and protect the environment for present and future generations.

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“Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Law Banning Conversion Therapy; Colorado, like more than 20 other states, bars licensed therapists from trying to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of minors in their care”

HowAppealing

“Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Law Banning Conversion Therapy; Colorado, like more than 20 other states, bars licensed therapists from trying to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of minors in their care”: Adam Liptak of The New York Times has this report. David G. Savage of The Los Angeles Times reports that “ Supreme Court will hear free-speech challenge to conversion therapy bans in California, Colorado.” Maureen Groppe of USA Today reports that R

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Research: The Anatomy of a Legal Brief

Why does it take 20-40 hrs. to create a compliant legal brief? TypeLaw analyzed 10,000+ briefs to determine the anatomy of the average brief—how many words, paragraphs, citations to the record, and more. See the research results in this infographic.

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Human rights groups urge EU to reject proposed Omnibus Directive

JURIST

Over 360 human rights organizations and activists, including the International Federation for Human Rights and eleven of its member groups, urged the EU to reject the proposed “Omnibus” directive, arguing that it would significantly weaken corporate sustainability laws. The proposal , introduced by the European Commission in February 2025, aims to streamline corporate sustainability reporting and due diligence requirements.

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Supreme Court of Mississippi Reverses Drug Convictions Based on Unsupported Testimony About Edibles Being Designed For Children & Dangerous to Them

EvidenceProf Blog

It's a simple principle of evidence law: Any testimony must be supported by an evidentiary basis. When a witness for the prosecution shoots from the hip with testimony untethered to any evidentiary basis, there's error. When that error inflames the.

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SXSW Opening Keynote Stresses Social Health In The Workplace And Beyond: The Missing Link In Law Firm Culture

Above The Law

SXSW kicked off Thursday morning with a keynote discussion by Kasley Killiam , a social health expert, and Amy Galo , a workplace expert, about the need for better human connection. While the usual welcome remarks by Hugh Forrest , SXSWs Chief Programming Officer, tend to be standard fare, this time, he introduced two elephants in the roomboth of which have implications beyond just the conference itself.

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Merlin Launches Alchemy, Its 4th-Generation Document Intelligence Platform For Discovery and Litigation

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The e-discovery company Merlin Search Technologies has launched Alchemy, a “document intelligence platform,” driven by generative artificial intelligence, that is designed to transform unstructured data into actionable intelligence for legal teams.

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New York Has A Pretty Hefty Legal Bill

Above The Law

Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! How large is New York states combined legal bill for expenses stemming from former Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s administration? Hint: NY released the figures just before Cuomo announced his candidacy for NYC mayor, hoping to take over for *another* scandal-prone politician. The legal expenses include almost $18 million for Cuomo’s state-paid defenses for the three sexual harassment lawsuits he faced.

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Fresh Out of School: How to Become an Expert Paralegal

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

The difference between a paralegal and an exceptional paralegal isn't just competence—it's the bold initiative to anticipate needs, master hidden firm dynamics, and transform challenges into opportunities that showcase your indispensable value. Join this webinar with attorney Joe Stephens to get an insider's perspective into how you can become a strategic asset to your practice!

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Labels are for Canned Goods, Not Attorneys

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Gray Robinson | Never accept the labels other people try to stick to you or others. The post Labels are for Canned Goods, Not Attorneys appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Basic Energy Services v. PPC Energy LLP – Another Case on Injection Wells in the Delaware Mountain Group

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The Delaware Mountain Group is a group of formations including the Bell Canyon, Cherry Canyon and Brushy Canyon formations, deposits in ancient canyons filled in over the ages, and are productive of oil and gas. These formations lie above parts of the Wolfcamp formation in the Permian Basin. Disposal of produced water in the Permian has become a big problem, and the Texas Railroad Commission has granted permits for disposal wells that inject produce water into depths within the Delaware Mountain

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Space Development Agency Again Postpones Launch Of First ‘Operational’ Data Relay, Missile Warning Satellites

Above The Law

The post Space Development Agency Again Postpones Launch Of First Operational Data Relay, Missile Warning Satellites appeared first on Above the Law.

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AI Sprint for Lawyers:  Four Weeks to Using AI to Work Faster, Earn More & Stress Less

My Shingle

The research doesnt lie. A recent academic study by Professor Daniel Schwarcz found that an AI preview model (similar to the one powering ChatGPT) yielded statistically significant improvements in legal analysis. At the same time, more and more small businesses are harnessing AI to slash costs and boost productivity. Yet, a recent ABA… The post AI Sprint for Lawyers: Four Weeks to Using AI to Work Faster, Earn More & Stress Less appeared first on My Shingle.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

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.

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Walgreens to Be Acquired by Sycamore Partners: Where Did the Retail Giant Go Wrong?

Above The Law

Walgreens is selling itself to the private equity firm Sycamore Partners. This comes after the company has faced increased competition from online retailers like Amazon. It remains to be seen, however, if Walgreens will perform better under Sycamore Partners. The post Walgreens to Be Acquired by Sycamore Partners: Where Did the Retail Giant Go Wrong?

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Should Courts Use ChatGPT? In This Appellate Opinion, Both The Majority and Dissenting Opinions Did

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At a time when some courts are still questioning or even banning the use of generative artificial intelligence, a recent decision from the District of Columbia Court of Appeals is notable for the fact that both the majority and dissenting opinions openly discussed their use of ChatGPT in their deliberations. The decision, issued Feb.

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New York's Harvey Weinstein Decision

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MOLINEUX MEETS #METOO:EVALUATING THE MEDIAS COVERAGE OF PEOPLE V. WEINSTEIN AND THE NEW YORK COURT OF APPEALSby Sarah Midani (Albany Law School, Class of 2025; Editor-in-Chief, Albany LawReview)As Ms.

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“131. Five Questions About the Khalil Case: The government’s arrest and detention of a pro-Palestinian Columbia student (and green card holder) raises difficult questions about both technical immigration statutes and the First Amendment.”

HowAppealing

“131. Five Questions About the Khalil Case: The government’s arrest and detention of a pro-Palestinian Columbia student (and green card holder) raises difficult questions about both technical immigration statutes and the First Amendment.” Steve Vladeck has this post at his “One First” Substack site.

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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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NY AG Sues Allstate Unit Over Pair Of Data Breaches

Law 360

Allstate unit National General Insurance Co. was sued Monday by New York Attorney General Letitia James over two data breaches in 2020 and 2021, saying the company failed to safeguard sensitive data or inform customers.

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“The Conservative Push to Sue the Media Into Oblivion”

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“The Conservative Push to Sue the Media Into Oblivion”: You can access today’s new episode of the “Strict Scrutiny” podcast via this link and on YouTube.

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Binance, Ex-CEO Urge Arbitration Of Crypto Investor Suit

Law 360

Binance and its former CEO Changpeng Zhao asked a Florida federal judge to send a suit launched by a proposed class of investors to arbitration, arguing the suit's amended claims fall under the parties' arbitration agreement, and the investors cannot try to avoid arbitration by dropping one of the defendants.

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“High-Stakes Poker Lawyer Tom Goldstein Won $51M Gambling Against Single Player”

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“High-Stakes Poker Lawyer Tom Goldstein Won $51M Gambling Against Single Player”: Connor Richards of PokerNews has this report.

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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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Lawyer convicted in fatal shooting of man who attacked him in law firm parking lot

ABA Journal

A Connecticut lawyer was found guilty of first-degree manslaughter Friday for fatally shooting a man who attacked him in the parking lot of his law…

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Only 25% of Employees Trust HR to Address Toxic Behaviors at Work | iHire

iHire

Learn how to build trust with HR and company leaders so employees feel comfortable and confident reporting toxic behaviors.

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Supreme Court will review Colorado ban on conversion therapy for LGBTQ minors

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J. Crew Wins Confirmation Of Ex-GC's Arbitration Loss

Law 360

A New York federal judge confirmed an arbitrator's ruling Monday that found J. Crew hadn't fired its former legal chief, Maria DiLorenzo, in retaliation for her complaints about colleagues' discriminatory comments about her hearing loss.

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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.