JURIST

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Amnesty International on Wednesday urged the Lesotho government to investigate allegations of torture and extrajudicial killings committed during the Lesotho Defence Forces’ (LDF) campaign to confiscate illegal firearms from gang members, Operation Hard Fist. The operation was launched earlier this year in response to escalating violent crime in Lesotho, especially the proliferation of illegal firearms.

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LDA PRO

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

In today’s quick-paced world, it’s important to have a strategy to safeguard your assets and secure a soft growth of your assets to future generations. A living trust is a useful tool for reaching these goals, but making one can often seem daunting. That’s where LDA Pro’s Online living trust structure comes in. This innovative platform delivers a more accessible and convenient way to secure your assets.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) highlighted the ongoing deterioration of human rights in Russia, in a report published on Tuesday. The report accused the Russian government of engaging in “systematic human rights abuses” as part of a “government strategy to control all spheres of life, both public and private, and to suppress dissent towards its aggressive foreign policy of waging war.” According to the report, the Russian government has deliberately restricted freedo

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The current model of siloed, proprietary development is failing us. It’s slow, expensive, and often results in technologies that never see the light of day. What if, instead, we embraced an open-source approach to medical device innovation? The post The FDA Isn’t Blocking Medical Breakthroughs — Our Outdated Innovation Model Is appeared first on MedCity News.

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

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Amnesty International issued a statement urging Indian authorities to end the ongoing repression of dissent in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday. Wednesday marks the first day of state-level elections in Jammu and Kashmir, the first which have been held in ten years. The election is to be held across three phases , where the last phase will commence on October 1 and the counting of votes will be done on October 8.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The Supreme Court of India directed Wikipedia on Tuesday to immediately remove the name and photograph of the victim involved in the RG Kar Medical College Hospital rape and murder case. A bench led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, along with Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra, passed this order during the suo motu hearing. The court had earlier issued a clear directive on August 20, 2024, to remove all references to the victim’s name and photos from social and electronic media

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

She knows the law inside and out, and still makes time to be a supermom. The post Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar Praised For Being ‘Superhuman’ appeared first on Above the Law.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Human Rights Watch (HRW) stated on Wednesday that Islamist groups in Burkina Faso have intensified their attacks on civilians, resulting in a surge of violence and fatalities amid the ongoing conflict between the groups and the Burkinabe government. According to HRW, over 6,000 deaths as a result of the conflict have been documented in the first eight months of 2024 alone, with approximately 1,000 of those being civilians killed by these militant factions.

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

* Cristian Farias with a deep dive profile of Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar. [ Vanity Fair ] * Law firm leadership is finally getting on the legal tech train. [ Law.com ] * Pryor Cashman managing partner stepping down in February. [ Outlaw360 ] * New California law to protect entertainers from AI. [ Reuters ] * Traditionally slow and steady Cahill kicks into expansion mode. [ Bloomberg Law News ] * The holiday movie season is almost here, so enjoy this parody of the dumb, recycled "big ci

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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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JURIST

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

A coalition of women and human rights organizations, including Human Rights Watch, Front Line Defenders, the Kurdistan Human Rights Network and the Women Human Rights Defenders International Coalition urged Iranian authorities on Tuesday to release imprisoned women human rights defenders and protect women’s rights in Iran. The organizations called on Iranian authorities to abolish the death penalty, particularly against women activists, and cease systematic discrimination against women.

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Law 360

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Wynn Resorts, its former CEO Stephen Wynn and others have reached a $70 million settlement in Nevada federal court to end an investor class action accusing the hotel and casino giant of deceiving shareholders by covering up allegations of Wynn's sexual misconduct, according to a Tuesday filing.

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Watch MasterChef tonight to see if this talented attorney is able to win the competition! The post Government Lawyer Makes It All The Way To The Finale On ‘MasterChef: Generations’ appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

A Florida woman accused in the July 2014 murder of her son-in-law, a professor at the Florida State University College of Law, won’t be going to trial in Tallahassee, Florida, this week because of the resignation of her lead attorney.

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

This was the legal strategy they ran with? The post Judges Should Be On The Shortlist Of People You Never Want To Blackmail appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

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Patently O

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Guest Post by Thomas F. Cotter, Taft, Stettinius & Hollister Professor of Law, University of Minnesota Law School As readers of this blog are aware, organizations such as the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI), IEEE, and others promulgate standards that enable products such as smartphones and other complex technological devices to interoperate.

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Attention Lateral Market: Cahill is here to play. The post Biglaw Firm Bucks Tradition To Try And Reverse 20 Percent Revenue Slump appeared first on Above the Law.

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L4SB

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

What is Detrimental Reliance, What Defense is Detrimental Reliance a Part of, and How Can You Use it? When discussing the legal concept of detrimental reliance, it is helpful to.

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The type of case and the type of court have a huge impact on the clothes worn by a lawyer to court. The post Some Lawyers Dress Less Appropriately For Court appeared first on Above the Law.

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LawSites

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

In the first two posts in this series, I have talked about the consolidation of ownership that has occurred in recent years for law practice management technology. Whereas this market was once characterized by a variety of competing companies, virtually all of the major products are now owned by one of six ownership groups.

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Speaker: Kaitlyn "The Persnickety Paralegal" Story

Deposition preparation is a critical aspect of a paralegal's role, requiring meticulous attention to detail and proactive management of the case timeline. In this session, participants will explore how effective deposition preparation not only contributes to the success of the legal team but also helps maintain a balanced workflow, minimizing last-minute crises.

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Clients are willing to pay big bucks for the best in Biglaw. The post The Am Law 100 Leads The Charge On Billable Rate Increases appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Much has been made of the gigantic access-to-justice gap in this country. According to a 2022 study by the Legal Services Corp.

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Above The Law

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The traditional law firm path isn't the only way to go. The post From Law Firm To In-House: A Practical Guide For A Successful Pivot appeared first on Above the Law.

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LawSites

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

BARBRI, one of the leading companies in the field of legal education, has acquired SkillBurst Interactive, a company that provides on-demand learning programs for law firms and corporations.

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In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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