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Instructor Feedback - Don’t Shoot the Messenger

Paralegal.edu

A good instructor will evaluate your school performance in much the same way that a supervisor will assess your execution of work responsibilities. You will receive feedback on your knowledge, recall, competence, quality of product, completeness, communication skills, time management, punctuality, and more. Sometimes that feedback can make you feel threatened and insecure.

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US Senators introduce bill to save USPS 46B

JURIST

A bipartisan group of United States senators introduced a bill Wednesday which would allow the United States Postal Service to save 45.9 billion dollars over ten years. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI) and Rob Portman (R-OH) introduced the Postal Service Reform Act to the Senate along with 18 colleagues from both sides of the aisle. Senator Peters noted that Americans rely on the USPS for paychecks, medications, among other essential items, and promised the bill “will ensure [the postal service

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what services do probate paralegals perform?

LDA PRO

When it comes to filing probate, paralegal experts can offer you flawless judicial support. They are liable for handling a lot of responsibilities. In most cases, you do not need to hire an attorney to get your probate case accomplished. With legal experts, you can serve the papers in the court and get your case resolved right away. Here are some obligatory duties that a probate paralegal has to perform.

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District of New Jersey Finds "Friend With Benefits" Had Standing to Challenge Search of His Friend's Place

EvidenceProf Blog

The Fourth Amendment states that The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by.

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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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“Inside Barrett’s family ties to Big Oil”

HowAppealing

“Inside Barrett’s family ties to Big Oil”: Maxine Joselow of E&E News has this report.

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This and That in Court Tech – May 2021

CourtTechBulletin

We have been saving a lot (and I mean “a lot) of interesting items to share in recent weeks. We have news about court data analytics in California, an academic paper questioning the use of arrest data in policy development, a new justice index ranking report for USA courts, a report on Fines and Fees policies, the application of microeconomics for policy development, the NIEM JSON Specification, Version 5.0 release candidate 2, Ohio Court News on sealed records, England and Wales reports on t

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The Krasner Effect: DAs Can Lead the Way Towards Ending Mass Supervision

The Crime Report

Few district attorneys in recent history have had a first term as consequential as Larry Krasner’s. With his victory in this month’s primary race in Philadelphia, he proved that reimagining criminal justice can be a political winner. Other aspiring district attorneys hoping to follow his example would be wise to notice how Krasner has focused not only on mass incarceration and its devastating impact for Black and Brown communities, but also on its less-discussed counterpart: mass supervision.

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Garland Admits Barr Lied About The Mueller Report, But Insists On DOJ’s Sacred Right To Cover It Up

Above The Law

DOJ gonna DOJ.

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Germany parliament passes law compensating gay and lesbian soldiers for past discrimination

JURIST

The German parliament Thursday voted in favor of the rehabilitation and compensation of soldiers who have faced discrimination on the basis of their sexual orientation. Until the year 2000, German military policy held that gay soldiers posed a threat to discipline and were not eligible to be superior officers. For many years gay soldiers were denied promotions, discharged from service, and could even face criminal conviction because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.

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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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From Nike to Disney, Feminine Brand Names are More Attractive to Consumers, Says Study

The Fashion Law

Consumers subconsciously prefer “feminine” brand names to masculine ones, a finding that stands to impact “virtually any company looking to sell a product” – or a service. In a newly-released study , researchers at the University of Calgary, University of Montana, HEC Paris, and University of Cincinnati state that “one of the most important and underestimated aspects of a brand is its name, [as] in most instances, the brand name represents a consumer’s first point of contact and can, therefore,

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Court rejects non-citizen’s challenge to “unlawful re-entry” charge

SCOTUSBlog

Share The Supreme Court on Monday unanimously ruled against a non-U.S. citizen who was contesting his indictment for unlawful re-entry into the country. The case, United States v. Palomar-Santiago , involved Refugio Palomar-Santiago, a Mexican citizen who obtained lawful permanent residency in the United States in 1990. Eight years later, he was deported on the basis of a California conviction for driving under the influence.

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‘Witnesses are Often Wrong’: The Case Against Eyewitness ID

The Crime Report

According to the Innocence Project , mistaken identifications are the leading factor in wrongful convictions, accounting for almost 70 percent of the wrongful convictions overturned by post-conviction DNA evidence. Thomas D. Albright, director of the Vision Center Laboratory at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, listed some of the many variables affecting eyewitness testimony in a 2017 paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences , entitled “ Why Eyewitnesses Fa

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Australia court rules government has duty to protect youth from climate change

JURIST

The Federal Court of Australia ruled Thursday that the Minister for Environment, Sussan Ley, and the wider government, has a duty of care to protect Australia’s youth from the climate crisis. The landmark decision comes after eight Australian teenagers filed a claim with the Federal Court, seeking an injunction to “restrain an apprehended breach of the duty,” that they believed the Commonwealth Minister for the Environment owes them and other Australian children.

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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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Ron DeSantis Signs New Social Media Law Designed To… Cost The State Tons Of Money

Above The Law

Great job!

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Back to the Office: What Law Firm Leaders Need to Know

MyCase

As the pandemic starts to recede, everyone is wondering what’s next. What will the office look like post-pandemic? Will legal employers continue to permit employees to work remotely? Will the nature of work change? Will more collaboration and communication amongst legal teams occur online? While there’s no way to predict the future, surveys seeking the input of legal professionals can help provide an indication of what to expect in the weeks and months to come when offices begin to f

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Tiffany & Co. is Parlaying its April Fool’s Joke into a Brick-and-Mortar Focused Marketing Venture

The Fashion Law

On the heels of Tiffany & Co. executive vice president of product and communications Alexandre Arnault revealing on Instagram that the April Fool’s joke that the famed jewelry company would adopt a new hue in place of its famous robin’s egg blue , the brand has revealed that it will swap in that same bold yellow color on select stores across the globe.

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Alabama enacts law banning vaccine passports

JURIST

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed a bill on Monday that blocks state institutions and businesses from requiring people to show proof of vaccination in order to receive goods or services. SB 267 says that state government entities and their agents “may not issue vaccine or immunization passports … or any other standardized documentation for the purpose of certifying the immunization status of an individual.” Under the new law, businesses may not deny customers based on immunizati

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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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Elite Law Schools Would *Really* Appreciate It If You Don’t Show Up In The Fall

Above The Law

Taking a page from the airlines, they've oversold first class.

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Judges, Juries Should be Told Cost of ‘Over-Punishing’: Paper

The Crime Report

Informing juries and judges about the cost of incarcerating a defendant would help reduce mass incarceration and recidivism, and curb “over-punishing,” according to a Texas law professor. In a forthcoming article for the Criminal Justice Law Review , Michael Conklin of Angelo State University calls it a “common sense” approach to justice system reform that could also win support from both liberals and conservatives.

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Advantages Of Having A Virtual Assistant In Your Team

LawTechnologyToday

Virtual assistants are now used to help both large and small businesses grow. Delegating specific administrative tasks on a regular basis enables you to focus on the most important tasks and improve your company’s overall performance. What do you know about these professionals? Is a virtual assistant worth it? A virtual assistant is a self-employed person who works from home to provide clients with services.

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Ethiopia soldiers convicted of rape, killing civilian in Tigray region

JURIST

In a statement released Friday by the office of the Attorney General, the Ethiopian government confirmed that three of its soldiers have been convicted and sentenced for rape and one for killing a civilian in connection with the conflict in the Tigray region. The statement outlines the steps taken and progress made by the Ethiopian investigative agencies concerning the now six-month crisis in the northern region of the country.

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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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The Bar Exam Doesn’t Hold Law Schools Accountable, It Covers Their Failures

Above The Law

If your complaint is with law schools, then do something about law schools!

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Ineffective Intake Practices Can Affect Your Online Reputation

MyCase

In the over 20 years I have been working with law firms, I have set up intake departments, developed the corresponding technological infrastructure needed to support the processes that make them work, hired and fired applicable employees, audited law firms’ intake systems, and worked with legal technology companies to develop intake software. This includes spending years taking the actual intake calls myself for a personal injury practice that advertised (which translates into a higher-tha

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Survey Reveals The New Face of Law Firm Marketing: Zoom Meetings and Digital Content

LawSites

COVID was not kind to law firm marketing and business development, with two-thirds of firms reporting that business development was more difficult in 2020, and the overwhelming majority of firms pivoting their marketing strategies, turning from live conferences and face-to-face meetings to social media, email alerts and Zoom. These are among the findings of the 2021 InterAction Marketing & Business Development Survey published this week by LexisNexis InterAction. “Even law firms that g

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Uganda court to hear first human rights case concerning climate change

JURIST

The High Court of Uganda at Mbale will hear a case on Wednesday brought by citizens against the federal government, alleging the government failed to uphold its human rights obligations to protect threatened communities from the effects of climate change. Forty-eight survivors of a deadly landslide assert that the Ugandan government violated their “rights to life, property, and the right to a clean and healthy environment,” in its failure to act on the known landslide risk.

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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.