Paralegal Bootcamp
AUGUST 5, 2022
If you’re reading this blog post, I don’t have to tell you about the desire to work hard, achieve, or care about what you do. You’re reading this because you already think of your work as a paralegal in the foremost-important way to succeed: As a Career! Getting Started. I received my Paralegal Certificate in December of 2019 and graduated RIGHT into the Pandemic!
The Crime Report
AUGUST 3, 2022
Photo by Austin Kehmeier on Unsplash. In 2014, Nebraska created a Vocational and Life Skills (VLS) Program providing funding for the state’s jail population to learn trades to lower the odds of recidivism, reports the Nebraska Examiner. About 6,000 inmates have been served since the program began and the state upped spending on the training programs from $3.5 million a year to $5 million, according to a study by researchers from the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the Univers
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JURIST
AUGUST 4, 2022
The Commission for International Justice and Accountability (CIJA) released its long-awaited report Thursday on the Rohingya genocide in Myanmar. CIJA began its investigation in 2018, looking for evidence to clear a path toward international criminal prosecutions. CIJA has previously worked in Syria, gathering evidence on Bashar Al-Assad and IS. According to the UN fact-finding mission in 2018, crackdowns on the Rohingya ethnic minority began in the Rakhine region of Myanmar in 2017.
Paralegal.edu
AUGUST 5, 2022
On August 20, 2022, at 10:00 AM Central in the Joe M. Green Auditorium at South Texas College of Law, Center for Advanced Legal Studies will hold its 70th Commencement Ceremony for graduates of its paralegal programs. This will be the first commencement ceremony held in person since the global COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020. CALS is committed to making it a special event for graduates and their friends and families. 6 months ago graduation was held virtually and 121 paralegal credentials were c
Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor
Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.
Above The Law
AUGUST 5, 2022
But Jones offered to let the plaintiffs come on his show, so, yay! The post Texas Damages Cap Looms Over Alex Jones Sandy Hook Defamation Case appeared first on Above the Law.
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JURIST
JULY 31, 2022
The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) have released a joint opinion criticizing the European Union’s (EU) Proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council laying down rules to prevent and combat child sexual abuse. The EDPB and the EDPS are independent privacy watchdogs in the EU.
SCOTUSBlog
AUGUST 3, 2022
Share The Supreme Court will kick off its November argument session with the highest-profile cases of that session: challenges to the consideration of race in the admissions process at Harvard and the University of North Carolina. That news came with the release of the November argument calendar (as well as an updated October argument calendar) on Wednesday.
Above The Law
AUGUST 1, 2022
He can't pay the plaintiffs, he owes the money to. himself! The post Alex Jones Races Back To Bankruptcy Court As Sandy Hook Defamation Case Goes Disastrously Sideways appeared first on Above the Law.
The Crime Report
AUGUST 1, 2022
From small-town police forces to major metropolitan squads, technology has supplanted traditional policing tactics. But the new digital tool of American policing —ranging from GPS surveillance to facial recognition and artificial intelligence — is rife with all of policing’s old problems. Embedded in law enforcement’s high-tech repertoire, for one, is programmatic bias.
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.
JURIST
JULY 30, 2022
The US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit Friday upheld the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) rule on drone identification. Brennan v. Dickson was brought by Tyler Brennan, a drone user, and the drone equipment retailer owned by Brennan, RaceDayQuads LLC, challenging the FAA over its Remote Identification Rule of April 2021.
LawSites
AUGUST 4, 2022
New York has become the first U.S. state to mandate that attorneys take continuing legal education courses in cybersecurity, privacy and data protection. Under the new requirement, all attorneys must complete one hour of training every two years in either the ethical obligations surrounding cybersecurity, privacy and data protection, or in the technological and practice-related aspects of protecting data and client communications.
Above The Law
AUGUST 2, 2022
Our broken immigration law for skilled professionals must be reformed. The post Recapturing Of Unused Visas Is An Economic Necessity For America appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
AUGUST 3, 2022
A Kentucky prosecutor who admitted to impregnating a criminal defendant and having an affair with a dismissed juror is now running for a circuit court…
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JURIST
AUGUST 4, 2022
The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced Thursday that a Kentucky federal grand jury has charged four current and former police officers with federal crimes in relation to the murder of Breonna Taylor. The grand jury charged Joshua Jaynes and Kyle Meany with deprivation of rights under color of law, conspiracy, falsification of records in a federal investigation, and false statements to federal investigators.
LegalReader
AUGUST 5, 2022
If it is a drunk driving case, then it is usually relatively straightforward to attribute blame on the drunken driver as they were already partaking in illegal activity just by operating their vehicle.
Above The Law
AUGUST 5, 2022
It's a disgrace any time Putin's regime looks more reasonable. The post Brittney Griner Given 9 Years In Russia Is A Reminder That The U.S. Issued A Life Sentence For Pot Possession IN MAY appeared first on Above the Law.
The Crime Report
AUGUST 3, 2022
Women are more likely to have experienced sexual abuse in and before entering correctional facilities than men, while also having elevated mental health concerns, according to a study published by Prisoners Legal Services (PLS) of Massachusetts. Researchers interviewed 22 women incarcerated throughout Massachusetts for the study, 19 of whom said they had either experienced or witnessed sexual harassment or sexual violence during incarceration.
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Your auto accident clients don’t realize that they have lost value in their vehicle because the insurance company covered their repairs and gave them a rental to drive until their vehicle was “brand new.” When they realize that loss in value is when they go to trade or sell their car.
JURIST
AUGUST 2, 2022
The United Kingdom Monday enacted legislation requiring all overseas entities to disclose their registered and beneficial owners. The provsion, part of the Economic Crime Act of 2022, requires all overseas businesses to list their owner and financial beneficiaries in a national registry. The act is part of an effort to stop the flow of illicit Russian funds into the UK following Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
NewYorkCourtWatcher
AUGUST 2, 2022
I wish Chief Judge Janet DiFiore, of whom I am personally fond, the very best on her announced departure from the Court.Oral Arguments/Court of Appeals WebsiteWe've previously looked at the Court of Appeals' dramatically reduced caseload over the past few years--both the total appeals and, separately, the criminal cases. Now let's look closer into the latter.Let's see how many criminal cases the.
Above The Law
AUGUST 3, 2022
S**t. Show. The post Judge Scolds Alex Jones For Lying On The Stand As Opposing Sandy Hook Counsel Demands Sanctions appeared first on Above the Law.
The Crime Report
AUGUST 3, 2022
After Sylvia Gonzalez won a seat on the City Council in Castle Hills, Texas—the first Hispanic woman to do so—she found herself in a dispute with local authorities that ended with a day in jail. “Little did I know that soon after (my election)?crooked politicians and their friends would use the power of the government to violate my constitutional rights ?
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.
JURIST
AUGUST 5, 2022
Russian state-run news agency TASS Friday reported that the Director of the Institute of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics of the Russian Academy of Sciences’ Siberian Branch Alexander Shiplyuk has been jailed for high treason. According to t he institute’s scientific director Vasily Fomin, Shiplyuk is faced with charges of high treason after an investigation into the institute.
Mondaq
AUGUST 2, 2022
Following its final rule for light-duty vehicles issued at the end of 2021, this past spring, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ("U.S. EPA") proposed new emission standards.
Above The Law
AUGUST 1, 2022
To be fair, this would be a textualist explanation for why Thomas Jefferson was such a crappy father to his enslaved children. The post Deadbeat Father Or Strict Textualist? appeared first on Above the Law.
ABA Journal
AUGUST 4, 2022
A lawyer for the parents of a child killed in the 2012 Sandy Hook shooting massacre in Newtown, Connecticut, confronted Infowars host Alex Jones on…
Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader
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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