Paralegal Bootcamp
AUGUST 26, 2022
Do you want to stand out as a Personal Injury Paralegal? If you’re like I was when I was working for a big commercial litigation firm, I assumed that since the public called personal injury attorneys the “ambulance chasers,” then personal injury paralegals were paralegals who worked for the ambulance chasers, and I never really thought much about it.
Attorney at Work
AUGUST 26, 2022
Whether you work in a traditional office or a home office, distractions are everywhere. While we can’t completely remove ourselves from interruptions, we can minimize distractions a bit with these six tricks. 1. Turn Off Notifications. Apps are all begging for your attention. With each notification, they scream pay attention to me. The more notifications you get, the harder it is to focus on high-level work.
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The Crime Report
AUGUST 25, 2022
How much of a say should child victims have when they’re dragged into the criminal justice system? An Israeli researcher argues that there’s a significant gap between the involvement in decision-making that child victims expect and the level of attention professionals are willing to give them. In a study recently published in the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts’ Family Court Review Journal , Tali Gal, lecturer at Israel’s University of Haifa School of Criminology, imagines a restor
L4SB
AUGUST 22, 2022
How business owners can pay a small fee for a wealth of information. You may think phrases such as “Let me consult with my attorney” may not apply to a.
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 25, 2022
Don’t be afraid to fail. Try hard things, and if you fail, move on. The post It’s Your Turn To Lead appeared first on Above the Law.
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The Crime Report
AUGUST 25, 2022
A new report from Yale Law School’s Arthur Liman Center and the Correctional Leaders Association reveals that between 41,000 and 48,000 men and women are being held in prolonged solitary confinement in U.S. prisons, with most being held alone in cells the size of parking spaces for 22 hours a day on average and for at least 15 days, reports The Guardian.
Intelligize Blog
AUGUST 23, 2022
As would be expected for legislation with the sweeping scope of the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act, getting enough politicians to vote “yes” required an array of compromises and sweeteners. One of the most important revenue generators added to the U.S. budget reconciliation bill involved a new tax on corporate stock repurchases. Buybacks have become […].
JURIST
AUGUST 25, 2022
The US Department of Justice announced Tuesday that a former Louisville, Kentucky detective has pleaded guilty to two separate federal charges. Detective Kelly Goodlett admitted that she conspired to falsify an affidavit to obtain a warrant to search Breonna Taylor’s home without probable cause and that, after the search resulted in Taylor’s death, she also conspired to cover up the illegal warrant by lying to investigators.
Above The Law
AUGUST 25, 2022
'Giving teachers guns wasn’t enough, they’ll have belts too!' - Missouri parents, apparently. The post State Worried That Talking About Race Harms Kids Brings Back Beating Children In School appeared first on Above the Law.
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.
The Crime Report
AUGUST 24, 2022
Photo via ACS website. One year into its implementation, the Albuquerque Community Safety (ACS) Department is gaining traction in addressing street-level mental health, addiction and homeless related crises— much to the relief of the city’s besieged police and fire departments. As a city cabinet-level agency, the ACS is the first in the nation to provide a non-law enforcement response to non-emergency incidents involving homelessness, mental health, and substance abuse incidents—dramatically fre
ABA Journal
AUGUST 24, 2022
Immigrants who are in the country illegally won’t be barred from law practice in New Mexico, according to a rule change approved by the New…
JURIST
AUGUST 23, 2022
Over 160 organizations Monday sent a letter to Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Alejandro Mayorkas calling for the end of religious discrimination against Sikh migrants at US border crossing points. The letter was signed by the Sikh Coalition, the American Civil Liberties Union of Arizona (ACLU-AZ) and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), among other organizations.
Above The Law
AUGUST 24, 2022
Expanding FedSoc's influence. The post FedSoc’s Leonard Leo Gets $1.6 Billion Donation To Ruin Our Country Even More appeared first on Above the Law.
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Your time is valuable—and you know the right technology could help you do even more. From document management to client communication, modern tools can transform how you track deadlines, manage cases, and support your legal team. This practical playbook shows you how to: Compare and evaluate technology vendors Understand all costs and ROI potential Build a compelling presentation Handle common objections Pitch your solution like a pro Created by legal technology experts who understand how pivota
Attorney at Work
AUGUST 23, 2022
A brainstorming session is a valuable and creative tool law firm marketing teams can use to foster their brands, communicate their messages, and deliver real impact in their law firm branding, marketing and public relations. Elements of an Effective Brainstorming Session. Here are 10 brainstorming guidelines for today’s law firm marketing teams that will help make your meeting — and outcomes — more effective. 1.
Broadcast Law Blog
AUGUST 24, 2022
We have been receiving numerous calls from broadcasters about “ franking ” ads from Congressional representatives running for reelection. Congress each year allows its members to spend certain amounts of money to communicate with their constituents. This was traditionally done through mailings, which Congressional representatives could send through the US mail without any postage charges (hence the name “franking” deriving from a French word for “free”).
JURIST
AUGUST 20, 2022
The US Supreme Court Friday vacated the stay of an injunction by the US Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and stated that the Eleventh Circuit improperly analyzed the case. The case, Rose et al. v. Raffensperger , pertains to an alleged violation of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. The plaintiffs assert that Georgia’s method of electing commissioners to the state’s Public Service Commission, which is through at-large, statewide elections, dilutes the votes of black citize
Above The Law
AUGUST 24, 2022
Not a good look. The post Yale Law School Grad JD Vance’s Opioid Charity Less About Helping People, More About Parroting Big Pharma appeared first on Above the Law.
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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.
Attorney at Work
AUGUST 24, 2022
As hybrid work models take hold and employees — especially associates — ask for more flexibility, firm leaders are testing out new ways to keep people happy and engaged. Here’s what one legal technology company has learned about balancing productivity, creativity and well-being. The nature of the legal industry is constant, even during a global pandemic.
The Crime Report
AUGUST 26, 2022
NYPD officers have been ordered not to congregate or stop to chat on city streets, NY1 reports. A new memo delineated changes to the department’s patrol guide and ordered officers not to congregate, or chat with other officers unless absolutely necessary. “This is absolutely unnecessary. It’s totally petty,” Ralph Cilento, a John Jay College of Criminal Justice professor and a retired NYPD Lieutenant Commander, told Fox5 New York , condemning the order.
JURIST
AUGUST 20, 2022
A US district judge has ordered Starbucks to rehire seven employees in Memphis, Tennessee who were allegedly terminated for participating in pro-union activities in attempts to unionize the store they worked at. A regional director for the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) filed a suit against Starbucks, alleging that the employees were terminated for participating in activities protected under Section 7 of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).
Above The Law
AUGUST 26, 2022
Moderna is suing Pfizer and BioNTech, claiming they copied its messenger RNA work in developing their Covid-19 vaccine. The company notes that its patented work in respiratory infectious disease began years before the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, when the biotech was pursuing an mRNA vaccine for a different coronavirus.
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.
LegalReader
AUGUST 24, 2022
People may think that once a convicted criminal has served their time, they’re released and just magically re-enter society. This is not the reality of re-entry. ??Infographic Created By Zoukis Consulting Group – Dedicated Federal Criminal Defense Attorneys.
The Crime Report
AUGUST 26, 2022
The Department of Justice is seeking a sentence of 210 months for Thomas Webster, a veteran of the Marine Corps and former 20-year NYPD officer who assaulted and choked a DC police officer during the Capitol riot, 13NewsNow reports. Webster was convicted of six counts by a jury in May, including a felony count for assaulting a police officer with a dangerous weapon.
JURIST
AUGUST 23, 2022
The UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) Tuesday denounced plans by Russian-backed authorities to allegedly try Ukrainian prisoners of war (POWs) in the port city of Mariupol. The OHCHR believes that the trials may begin within days and that, according to information currently available, the trials themselves could amount to a war crime.
Above The Law
AUGUST 25, 2022
Cannabis stakeholders should proceed cautiously given the legal status of THC but also due to testing and mislabeling failures that have resulted in a growing number of consumer class-action lawsuits and other litigation. The post Cannabis Beverages Are On The Rise And So Could Be Operators’ Liability appeared first on Above the Law.
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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