Above The Law
APRIL 29, 2024
Acing Tort and Crim Law didn't prepare you for M&A work? No way! The post Law School Didn’t Prepare You For Firm Life? You Aren’t The Only One appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
APRIL 29, 2024
Messaging app Telegram restored access to a number of chatbots used by Ukrainian security agencies to gather information about Russia’s military actions after their short-term suspension, the Center for Strategic Communications and Information Security said on Monday. Telegram messenger blocked a number of official bots on Sunday that opposed Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine, including the main intelligence bot of the Main Intelligence Directorate (MID)—known as the GUR i
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HowAppealing
APRIL 29, 2024
“No More Cutesy Stories About Unlikely Supreme Court Friendships; The justices (and the reporters who cover them) love to tell fun anecdotes about unlikely friendships between ideological opponents, which are cold comfort to real people who just lost their civil rights”: G.S. Hans has this essay online at Balls and Strikes. The post “No More Cutesy Stories About Unlikely Supreme Court Friendships; The justices (and the reporters who cover them) love to tell fun anecdotes about
JURIST
APRIL 29, 2024
A global coalition of human rights organizations sounded the alarm on Monday over the fates of young men facing imminent execution in Saudi Arabia for crimes allegedly committed when they were minors. In an open letter, the advocacy groups argued that Saudi Arabia’s decision to move forward with the executions of several young men for crimes committed when they were minors flies in the face of the nation’s planned reforms and international standards.
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Litigation is expensive. Expert witnesses, depositions, staffing, and a long list of other expenses can limit your firm’s options. They strain cash flow, limit taking on new clients, and can even impact case strategy. This guide simplifies the complex world of litigation financing and compares different models and how they can impact the access to justice your firm provides to clients.
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APRIL 29, 2024
“University drag ban arguments focus on SCOTUS nondiscrimination policy decision; In response to questions from Judge James Ho, the student group’s lawyer, from FIRE, said he was not there to ‘defend’ 2010’s Christian Legal Society v. Martinez decision”: Chris Geidner has this post at his Substack site. The post “University drag ban arguments focus on SCOTUS nondiscrimination policy decision; In response to questions from Judge James Ho, the student grou
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APRIL 29, 2024
“Can this firm invest in only Black women? This case will decide. The legal firepower on both sides of the Fearless Fund case reflects the disparate views on the nature of discrimination and the role of history in shaping public policy.” Julian Mark of The Washington Post has this report. The post “Can this firm invest in only Black women?
JURIST
APRIL 29, 2024
The Superior Council of Communication (CSC) of Burkina Faso said in a statement on Sunday that it had suspended several more international news outlets for covering a Human Rights Watch (HRW) report accusing the country’s military of killing civilians. According to the CSC, TV5 programs are suspended for two weeks, while access to the websites of TV5 Monde, Deutsche Welle, West-France, Le Monde.fr, ApaNews, The Guardian and AgenceEcofin will be suspended indefinitely until further notice
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APRIL 29, 2024
“Why an Immunity Ruling in Trump’s Favor Might Not Alter the Shape of His Trial; Prosecutors believe Donald J. Trump’s official acts in trying to overturn the election should be admissible evidence even if the Supreme Court rules they cannot be the basis of the charges”: Charlie Savage of The New York Times has this news analysis. The post “Why an Immunity Ruling in Trump’s Favor Might Not Alter the Shape of His Trial; Prosecutors believe Donald J.
Above The Law
APRIL 29, 2024
Behind the scenes, firm tech staff are working to keep the security threats you're all about to cause to a minimum. The post The Race To Keep Law Firms From Completely Screwing Up Generative AI With Disastrous Results appeared first on Above the Law.
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A Synergistic Approach to eDiscovery In the space of eDiscovery, the convergence of document summarization, sentiment analysis, and chatbots represents a significant change in how legal professionals navigate and manage electronic information. These technologies not only expedite the review process but also empower legal teams with deeper insights into the emotional context and key information within electronic documents.
HowAppealing
APRIL 29, 2024
“Supreme Court takes up prescription dog food, CBD products; With oral arguments completed for the current term, the justices have begun to add to next term’s docket”: Kelsey Reichmann of Courthouse News Service has this report. The post “Supreme Court takes up prescription dog food, CBD products; With oral arguments completed for the current term, the justices have begun to add to next term’s docket” appeared first on How Appealing.
ABA Journal
APRIL 29, 2024
An Arkansas lawyer was taken to the hospital Wednesday after he was allegedly shot by an armored car employee during an attempted robbery, according to…
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APRIL 29, 2024
“Student group urges court to force Texas university to allow drag show”: Nate Raymond of Reuters has this report. According to the article, “U.S. Circuit Judge James Ho, a member of the three-judge panel who asked the bulk of the questions, said he was ‘profoundly sympathetic’ to Morris’ free speech arguments.” You can access the audio of today’s oral argument before a three-judge panel of the U.S.
Above The Law
APRIL 29, 2024
By understanding AI washing and taking proactive measures, in-house corporate lawyers can safeguard their companies against legal pitfalls while championing ethical AI practices that enhance corporate integrity and innovation. The post AI Washing: Navigating The Legal Maze In The Age Of Smart Tech appeared first on Above the Law.
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Selecting and implementing CLM technology can be daunting, leading to underutilization or abandonment. Factors like provider differentiation, inadequate planning, and lack of user training contribute to these failures. Recognizing these pitfalls is crucial for successful adoption, ensuring organizations harness the full potential of CLM for streamlined contract management.
HowAppealing
APRIL 29, 2024
“Academic Freedom Under Fire: Politicians despise it; Administrators aren’t defending it; But it made our universities great — and we’ll miss it when it’s gone.” Louis Menand has this A Critic at Large essay in the May 6, 2024 issue of The New Yorker. The post “Academic Freedom Under Fire: Politicians despise it; Administrators aren’t defending it; But it made our universities great — and we’ll miss it when it’s gone.” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
APRIL 29, 2024
"Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?" is evergreen. The post New York District Attorney Gets Caught Speeding, Blames Cop For Doing His Job appeared first on Above the Law.
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APRIL 29, 2024
“Democracy Dies at SCOTUS: Justice Alito suggests it’s better for democracy to let presidents commit crime with impunity. Cool.” You can access the new episode of Slate’s “Amicus” podcast via this link. The post “Democracy Dies at SCOTUS: Justice Alito suggests it’s better for democracy to let presidents commit crime with impunity.
Attorney at Work
APRIL 29, 2024
John Scott | Whether or not the client sees billable hours on an invoice, all service-based businesses need to track the time of employees who do client-facing work. The post Time Tracking for Lawyers: Why Every Firm Needs to Track Time to Stay Profitable appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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CLM tools have always strived to push contract management into the digital age for almost 30 years. But the complexities of digitising a legal document are numerous. The current scenarios in business development have shown that having a fully automated CLM has become a mandate for every law firm and in-house legal department. To determine if you need a CLM system, it's essential to clearly identify the on-ground business challenges you aim to solve.
HowAppealing
APRIL 29, 2024
“SCOTUS Seems to Normalize Authoritarianism”: You can access today’s new episode of the “Strict Scrutiny” podcast via this link. The post “SCOTUS Seems to Normalize Authoritarianism” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
APRIL 29, 2024
Here's a rundown of today's events! The post Today At ILTA EVOLVE: AI Icebreakers, Cybersecurity Challenges, Live Entertainment appeared first on Above the Law.
HowAppealing
APRIL 29, 2024
“Court says state health-care plans can’t exclude gender-affirming surgery”: Rachel Weiner of The Washington Post has this report. You can access today’s 147-page, 8-to-6 en banc ruling of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit at this link. The post “Court says state health-care plans can’t exclude gender-affirming surgery” appeared first on How Appealing.
Above The Law
APRIL 29, 2024
The Constitution should reign supreme, but Congress has a lot of sway. The post TikTok Has A High Hurdle To Jump In Court appeared first on Above the Law.
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HowAppealing
APRIL 29, 2024
Access today’s Order List of the U.S. Supreme Court : At this link. The Court granted review in four new cases. The post Access today’s Order List of the U.S. Supreme Court appeared first on How Appealing.
ABA Journal
APRIL 29, 2024
A district attorney in Larimer County, Colorado, has notified 57 defense attorneys that their cases may be affected by credibility problems with a retired DNA…
SCOTUSBlog
APRIL 29, 2024
Share In a list of orders released from the justices’ private conference last week, the justices granted review in four cases – adding those cases to the lone four cases that they have agreed to take up for the 2024-25 term since early January. Monday’s grants involve (among others) the interpretation of federal racketeering laws and the “benefit of the doubt” rule for veterans.
ABA Journal
APRIL 29, 2024
The ABA should study the prevalence of bar admissions questions that require the disclosure of campus sexual misconduct complaints and requests for orders of protection,…
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