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Pennsylvania Supreme Court rules police officers can no longer search vehicles without a warrant

JURIST

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that Article 1, Section 8 of the Pennsylvania Constitution offers greater protection to citizens from warrantless searches of their vehicles than does the Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution. Prior to the ruling, Pennsylvania precedent held that the federal automobile exception to the warrant requirement of the Fourth Amendment applied in Pennsylvania without exception.

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Court of Appeals of Maryland Finds Rap Lyrics Were Admissible Against Defendant Charged With Murder

EvidenceProf Blog

Should a defendant's rap lyrics be admissible against him at a murder or attempted murder trial?

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“Biden under pressure to revamp the judiciary”

HowAppealing

“Biden under pressure to revamp the judiciary”: Harper Neidig of The Hill has this report.

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7 Reasons Web Accessibility Should Be Your Top Priority for 2021

LegalReader

If people find your site inaccessible, you could land yourself in the midst of legal actions for noncompliance. Renowned brands such as Sears, Target, and Nike have had to pay hefty fines, and with the turbulent economic conditions, you can’t afford this.

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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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Federal financial regulators propose computer-security incident notification for banks

JURIST

The US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Federal Reserve Board, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Friday proposed a new computer-security incident notification requirement for banking organizations and their bank service providers. The proposed rule would require a banking organization to provide its primary federal regulator a prompt notification of any “computer-security incident” no later than 36 hours after it believes the incident occurred.

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Polish your writing skills with Bryan Garner’s 2020 advice

ABA Journal

As the editor-in-chief of Black’s Law Dictionary , Bryan A. Garner sees a lot of legal writing, both good and bad.

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Top Mobile App Development Trends for 2021

LegalReader

The approximate count of mobile apps on the app store is 2.2 million and 2.8 million on the play store. This count is expected to grow every year.

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UN rights chief calls for investigation into potential war crimes in Ethiopia Tigray conflict

JURIST

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet addressed Tuesday allegations of human rights and humanitarian law violations in Ethiopia, calling for an investigation into the allegations and protection of Ethiopian civilians. The conflict between central government soldiers and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) began seven weeks ago, in the Tigray region of northern Ethiopia.

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The Key Difference Between the Federal and Illinois Dying Declaration Exceptions

EvidenceProf Blog

Similar to its federal counterpart, Illinois Rule of Evidence 804(b)(2) provides an exception to the rule against hearsay In a prosecution for homicide, [for] a statement made by a declarant while believing that the declarant’s death was imminent, concerning the.

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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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Check out our favorite reads from 2020

ABA Journal

As a tumultuous year draws to a close, we gathered together ABA Journal editors and reporters to discuss what the past year has been like…

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Explaining Why Court Tech Seemed to Move Slowly in 2020?

CourtTechBulletin

Recently I heard multiple legal technology writers bemoan the slowness that courts adopt and implement new online and similar services. I explain why that is, and why it is likely not to get better soon in this post? It is going to be a cold winter. Read more ».

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Chinese regulators initiate anti-monopoly investigation into Alibaba

JURIST

China’s market regulator, the State Administration for Market Regulation, Thursday stated that based on reports they have launched an investigation into billionaire Jack Ma’s Alibaba Group Holdings for “suspected monopolistic conduct.” The State Administration of Foreign Exchange, China Banking Regulatory Commission, China Securities Regulatory Commission and The People’s Bank of China have also called Alibaba’s financial affiliate Ant Group for supervisory an

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Court of Appeals of Kentucky Grapples With Former Testimony Hearsay Exception

EvidenceProf Blog

Similar to its federal counterpart, Kentucky Rule of Evidence 804(b)(1) provides an exception to the rule against hearsay for Testimony given as a witness at another hearing of the same or a different proceeding, or in a deposition taken in.

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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.

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Bill’s Excellent Adventure: Invoice More Regularly

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Lots of attorneys are short on cash. But, lots of attorneys are sitting on unsent or incomplete invoices. So, if you’re feeling a cash crunch in your law firm, look to a likely culprit: invoices that need to go out. Lots of attorneys are sitting on lots of cash; those attorneys just need to send out their billing. And, sending out that billing quickly is essential, because the more it piles up, the harder it is to collect on later: the more aged your accounts receivable, the less likely you are

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Make a Successful Business by Buying & Selling Websites

LegalReader

Flipping sites isn’t easy, but if you can navigate the tricky terrain, you’ll find the profits are potentially enormous. Here are a few tips to get you started.

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US Department of Justice sues Walmart alleging prescription opiate violations of Controlled Substances Act

JURIST

The US Department of Justice announced Tuesday that it had filed a nationwide lawsuit against Walmart, Inc., alleging that the retailer had unlawfully dispensed opiates from its national pharmacy chain in violation of the Controlled Substances Act. The DOJ’s suit includes a request for injunctive relief in addition to complaints of hundreds of thousands of Controlled Substances Act violations, which could result in billions of dollars of civil penalties against Walmart.

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Appellate Court of Illinois Finds Victim's Use of a Service Dog While Testifying Did Not Create Undue Sympathy For Her

EvidenceProf Blog

The Americans With Disabilities Act defines a "service animal" as any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including a physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other mental.

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Transform Your E-Learning: Download the Ultimate Localization Use Case!

Uncover the secret to breaking language barriers and expanding your e-learning reach! This powerful use case reveals how Cesco Linguistic Services transformed 19 training modules for the Colorado Department of Early Childhood into culturally relevant courses in Arabic and Spanish—delivered on time and exceeding expectations. Learn how to localize your content seamlessly, avoid costly pitfalls, and connect with diverse audiences like never before.

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Need some advice? Here’s a roundup of our tips and tricks to help launch your 2021

ABA Journal

At the ABA Journal, part of our mission is to provide useful, relevant advice for members of the legal profession.

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Multifamily Home Contractor Faces Federal Lawsuit for ADA Violations

LegalReader

Property management company faces DOJ lawsuit for failing to construct multifamily homes in accordance with the ADA and FHA.

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Nicaragua parliament approves controversial law barring opposition from 2021 election

JURIST

The Nicaragua National Assembly approved Monday a law that will bar opposition politicians from participating in the November 2021 election. The “Law for the Defense of the Rights of the People to Independence, Sovereignty and Self-Determination for Peace” was sponsored by President Daniel Ortega and bars “those who ask for, celebrate and applaud the imposition of sanctions against the Nicaraguan state.” It gives the government power to unilaterally declare citizens ̶

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Supreme Court of North Dakota Finds Designation of a Witness as a Party Representative Doesn't Obviate the Need to Prove Personal Knowledge

EvidenceProf Blog

Like its federal counterpart, North Dakota Rule of Evidence 615 states that At a party's request, the court must order witnesses excluded so that they cannot hear other witnesses' testimony, or the court may do so on its own. This.

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Uncovering The Hidden Connections: A Patent Family Survival Guide

Speaker: Andrew Klein

Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!

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Relax with our favorite long reads of 2020

ABA Journal

Throughout the year, the ABA Journal publishes in-depth features on the business of the legal profession, developments in the law, lives that have been impacted…

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Doctrine of Equivalents in Lilly v. Apotex

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Eli Lilly and Co v. Apotex, Inc. ( Fed. Cir. 2020 ). You don’t see this often — the district court held on summary judgment that Apotex infringes under the doctrine of equivalents. On appeal, the Federal Circuit has affirmed – finding no error. (Nonprecedential opinion). Lilly’s US7772209 claims a particular treatment scheme for pemetrexed disodium that includes a pre-treatment with folic-acid to avoid the harsh side-effects.

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Germany court bars Tesla from clearing trees around site of first planned European car plant

JURIST

The Higher Administrative Court of Berlin-Brandenburg region on Saturday ordered automaker Tesla to cease clearing trees on some parts of the site around the company’s first electric car factory in Europe. While construction on the site has begun , the factory could still be prevented from opening. Currently, Tesla awaits the complete approval of two permits, one for installing machinery and the other for clearing woodlands.

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Supreme Court of Texas Finds Exoneree Alfred Dewayne Brown is Entitled to Compensation Under the Tim Cole Act

EvidenceProf Blog

In April 2003, three men robbed a check-cashing store in Houston, TX, where they fatally shot the store clerk and the police officer who responded to the scene. The following day, police arrested three men on capital murder charges: 21-year-old.

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AI for Paralegals: Everything You Need to Know (and How to Use It Safely)

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

Ready to cut through the AI hype and learn exactly how to use these tools in your legal work? Join this webinar to get practical guidance from attorney and AI legal expert, Joe Stephens, who understands what really matters for legal professionals! What You'll Learn: Evaluate AI Tools Like a Pro 🔍 Learn which tools are worth your time and how to spot potential security and ethics risks before they become problems.