Wed.Nov 22, 2023

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The MPF Resurrection: Still Waiting for a Miracle?

Patently O

by Dennis Crouch I have been thinking about the potential rise in the use of means-plus-function (MPF) claims as a reaction to indefiniteness cases such as Williamson v. Citrix as well as pressure from other doctrines, including enablement, written description, and eligibility. But, my preliminary data show that the foretold rise has not yet come. As the chart above illustrates, MPF claims continue their descent into obscurity, with no sign from the preliminary data of rising from the grave an

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UNHCR concerned over consequences of Pakistan deportation orders for Afghan nationals

JURIST

The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) expressed concerns during a Tuesday press briefing over Pakistan’s orders for undocumented foreigners to leave the country, saying that the directive has caused fear and panic within Afghan communities. The UNHCR representative in Pakistan, Philippa Candler, cited adverse consequences for Afghan nationals, including registered refugees and individuals with valid documents.

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Sacramento County Eviction Process with LDA Pro Legal

LDA PRO

The eviction process is a legal procedure that landlords may need to navigate to regain possession of their property. In Sacramento County, this process comes with its own set of rules and intricacies. In this extensive guide by LDA Pro Legal, we will unravel the Sacramento County eviction process, emphasizing key details, legal considerations, and the vital role of our services, including probate paralegal services and access to paralegals for hire.

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Oregon judge blocks gun control law for being unconstitutional

JURIST

An Oregon county judge blocked Oregon Ballot Measure 114 (BM 114), Oregon’s gun control law, from taking effect on Tuesday. The court found that the ballot measure violated the state constitution , despite a previous federal court ruling finding that the measure complied with the US Constitution’s Second Amendment. The court found that two provisions of BM 114, the “permit-to-purchase scheme” and the high capacity magazine ban, were facially unconstitutional.

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No Objections: Better Case Management with AI for Paralegals

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

Join this session to get a fresh look at how AI tools can help you work smarter, faster, and more effectively! Attorney and law professor Joe Stephens, J.D., will walk you through the complete journey of a legal case—from the first client meeting through the final outcome—while showing you how artificial intelligence can transform your daily work at each important step.

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Stephen Miller COINCIDENTALLY Lodges Complaint Against Macy’s On The One Week A Year When People Google ‘Macy’s’

Above The Law

Non-lawyer Stephen Miller times another legal action for maximum publicity (and fundraising)! The post Stephen Miller COINCIDENTALLY Lodges Complaint Against Macy’s On The One Week A Year When People Google ‘Macy’s’ appeared first on Above the Law.

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No Really — *This* Has To Be The Worst Law Of Them All

Above The Law

We need *your* help to find the absolute dumbest law of all. The post No Really — *This* Has To Be The Worst Law Of Them All appeared first on Above the Law.

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The Briefing: Are LEGO Creations Based on Religious Texts Eligible for Copyright Protection?

The IP Law Blog

The creator of a LEGO brick Second Holy Temple product is accusing another LEGO creator of copyright infringement for their interpretation of the same temple. Scott Hervey and Eric Caligiuri discuss this case on this episode of The Briefing. Watch this episode on the Weintraub YouTube channel or listen to this podcast episode here. Read Eric’s article about this case here.

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Everyone Should Be Grateful For Courtroom Sketch Artists

Above The Law

A courtroom sketch artist can strike a delicate balance between publishing what happens in court and protecting the proceedings from the negative consequences of photographing or video recording. The post Everyone Should Be Grateful For Courtroom Sketch Artists appeared first on Above the Law.

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Black Friday Cyber Sale Happening Now!

L4SB

Save 30% site wide! Black Friday Sale All Weekend Long! Law 4 Small Business. A little law now can save a lot later. A Slingshot company.

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The Ethics of AI: Practical Considerations for Paralegals

Finally, AI advice that understands your job. This isn't just another generic "guide", it's a practical roadmap built specifically for paralegals. What you'll learn: Ethics Without the Panic ⚖️ Decode ABA Model Rules and examples of state guidance so you can leverage AI confidently. Security That Makes Sense 🛡️️ Real-world protocols beyond buzzwords, SOC2 and HIPAA compliance, and data protection strategies that actually work.

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Yes, A Lawyer Ruined Thanksgiving Dinner

Above The Law

Or made it -- depending on your thoughts on jiggly canned cranberry sauce. The post Yes, A Lawyer Ruined Thanksgiving Dinner appeared first on Above the Law.

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How is the true-crime genre impacting the way people think about innocence?

ABA Journal

Human beings have told stories about violence and victims from our earliest records.

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Where Are The Bonuses? — See Also

Above The Law

Firms Are Acting Scroogey: Be more like Milbank and share the wealth ! Perfect Timing: This Stephen Miller suit feels like it has some SEO behind it. 'Tis The Season: A little help on what to buy that lawyer in your life never hurt. Which Law Is The Worst One?: Not rhetorical -- send in your submissions ! The More The Merrier: Make sure you RSVP for the Above the Law holiday party !

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The morning read for Wednesday, November 22

SCOTUSBlog

Share Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles, commentary, and other noteworthy links related to the Supreme Court. We will be off on Thursday and Friday this week for the holiday. Here’s the Wednesday morning read: The Supreme Court’s Self-Excusing Ethics Code (Jeannie Suk Gersen, The New Yorker) Voting Rights Ruling Follows US Supreme Court ‘Bat Signal’ (Jacqueline Thomsen & Suzanne Monyak, Bloomberg Law) A Reversal in Rahimi Will Be Tougher to Write Than Critics Admit (Josh

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Prep with Purpose: How to Build Better Trial Binders

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

Get ready to master the art and science of trial preparation organization that top attorneys rely on in this exclusive webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will walk through proven systems for creating comprehensive trial notebooks and binders that transform scattered case materials into a powerful command center. Learning Objectives: Strategic Organization 📊 Learn the essential sections every trial notebook needs and how to structure them for maximum clarity and acce

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Top 20 Biglaw Firm Achieves Greatness, Takes Home Grand Prize Award For Law Firm Of The Year

Above The Law

Which law firm was bestowed with the honor of being named law firm of the year for 2023? The post Top 20 Biglaw Firm Achieves Greatness, Takes Home Grand Prize Award For Law Firm Of The Year appeared first on Above the Law.

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Why Shadow AI is a Problem for Law Firms

ALPS

Remember Shadow IT? Well say 'hello' to its pal, Shadow AI There were plenty of articles written about Shadow IT — defined by Cisco as “the use of IT-related hardware or software by a department or individual without the knowledge of the IT or security group within the organization,” Shadow IT included cloud services, software, and hardware.

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Desperately Seeking A Milbank Match: When Will The Waiting Game End?

Above The Law

Biglaw firms are busy biding their time as they wait for someone else to make the first move on bonuses and raises -- and associates are tired of waiting. The post Desperately Seeking A Milbank Match: When Will The Waiting Game End? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Dutch politician Thierry Baudet targeted in assault days ahead of Netherlands election

JURIST

The leader of the far-right Forum for Democracy (FvD) party in the Netherlands was assaulted during a campaign event on Monday, two days ahead of the national elections. The incident unfolded in a bar where the politician, Thierry Baudet, was campaigning. Baudet was struck in the back of the head and on his temple with a beer bottle. Video capturing the moment and subsequent arrest of a suspect outside the establishment have circulated widely on social media.

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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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Come Celebrate Finals, Bonuses, Or (Maybe) Raises With Us

Above The Law

It's that time of year again, so let's have a holiday party! The post Come Celebrate Finals, Bonuses, Or (Maybe) Raises With Us appeared first on Above the Law.

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Azerbaijan arrests journalists following reports of presidential and governmental corruption

JURIST

Azerbaijan arrested the editor-in-chief Sevinj Vagifgizi and director Ulvi Hasanli of the privately-owned independent Abzas Media. The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has called for the release of the journalists and asked that Azerbaijan authorities “allow Abzas Media to continue its vital public interest reporting.” Azerbaijan police detained Hasanli on Monday and then searched his apartment and Abzas’s Baku office.

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Was The ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Movie Canceled For Tax Purposes?

Above The Law

Studios generally do not make movies just lto create tax write-offs. Wile E. Coyote had no comment. The Road Runner was traveling and unavailable for comment at press time. The post Was The ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Movie Canceled For Tax Purposes? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Russia places Ukraine singer on wanted list

JURIST

Russia placed Ukrainian singer Jamala on a wanted list Monday based on an undisclosed criminal charge. As reported by Mediazona, Susana Jamaladinova, known as Jamala, was added to the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs wanted database in October and was arrested this month in absentia, meaning that Jamala was not physically present when the arrest warrant was issued.

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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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Contracts And Thanksgiving

Above The Law

Notes to my (legal) self. The post Contracts And Thanksgiving appeared first on Above the Law.

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“It’s Not So Hard to Write an Opinion Following Bruen and Reversing in Rahimi”

HowAppealing

“It’s Not So Hard to Write an Opinion Following Bruen and Reversing in Rahimi ”: Will Baude has this post at “The Volokh Conspiracy.” The post “It’s Not So Hard to Write an Opinion Following Bruen and Reversing in Rahimi” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Wishing A Happy Thanksgiving To Our Advertisers

Above The Law

We’re so thankful we get to work with you. The post Wishing A Happy Thanksgiving To Our Advertisers appeared first on Above the Law.

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“Clarence Thomas has a beef with bellwether trials in mass tort cases”

HowAppealing

“Clarence Thomas has a beef with bellwether trials in mass tort cases”: Alison Frankel’s “On the Case” from Reuters has this post. The post “Clarence Thomas has a beef with bellwether trials in mass tort cases” appeared first on How Appealing.

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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