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Justices will hear arguments on Jan. 7 in challenges to Biden vaccine policies

SCOTUSBlog

Share With COVID-19 cases surging across the country, the Supreme Court fast-tracked two disputes over the Biden administration’s efforts to expand vaccinations. In an unusual move, the justices announced on Wednesday night that they will hear oral arguments on Jan. 7 on two federal policies: a vaccine-or-test mandate for workers at large employers, and a vaccine mandate for health care workers at facilities that receive federal funding.

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Two-Thirds of Federal Inmates Found Jobs After Release: BJS Study

The Crime Report

More than 67 percent of individuals sent to federal prison found jobs after their release, says a new study by the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS). The study, based on a sample of 51,500 inmates released in 2010, found that individuals convicted of federal drug offenses were more likely to find employment during the four years after release from prison than those convicted of other crimes.

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Wrongful Death vs. Medical Malpractice

LegalReader

If it can be proven that your injury or the death of your loved one was due to the negligence of a healthcare provider solely, you may have a case for malpractice and can recover damages.

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No Smoke and Mirrors: Smokeball Is an Impressive Toolbox for Law Firm Management

Attorney at Work

Smokeball is a law practice management software with document assembly capabilities. Smokeball has an unusual name, to be sure; but, it actually comes from a famous legal case , which just about every substantive law-loving attorney can appreciate. (I love the smell of precedent in the morning.) Smokeball was founded in 2010 and has been adding useful features for law firms ever since.

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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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Julian Assange appeals decision permitting US extradition to UK Supreme Court

JURIST

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange filed an appeal Thursday to challenge a decision of the London High Court of Justice, which opened the door for his extradition to the US on charges of spying. If the appeal is granted, the case will be heard at the UK Supreme Court. The Queen’s Bench Division of the London High Court of Justice overturned the Westminster Magistrates’ Court’s decision earlier this month preventing Assange from being extradited.

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New DOJ $$s to Combat Online Child Exploitation, Improve Reentry Services

The Crime Report

The Department of Justice (DOJ) will provide more than $110 million in grants to help returning citizens re-integrate with civil society and to improve correctional educational and employment services for current incarcerees. Another $141 million will be earmarked for programs aimed at improving the judicial system’s handling of child abuse. The announcements from the DOJ are the latest in a flurry of holiday season grants geared towards focusing on critical but often underfunded areas of the ju

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Attorney at Work’s Top 20 Articles of the Year

Attorney at Work

The most-read articles on Attorney at Work this year focused on personal technology how-tos, along with law firm management, productivity and profits. Another popular theme: lawyer wellbeing. Or, in 2021 parlance, “me-ssential” advice — why and how to prioritize self-care activities (like sleep) and time. Counting Down the Top 20 of 2021.

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Former Ukraine president placed under formal investigation for high treason

JURIST

Ukrainian authorities Monday placed former president Petro Poroshenko under formal investigation for high treason. Poroshenko is accused of facilitating the financing of separatist forces in eastern Ukraine. Poroshenko served as Ukraine’s fifth president from 2014 to 2019. During that time, a conflict between Russian-backed separatist forces and Ukraine broke out in the Donbas region in eastern Ukraine.

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Scores of lawyers work to gain temporary legal status for 250 female judges in Afghanistan

ABA Journal

Lawyers from some of the nation’s largest law firms are working to help win temporary legal status for 250 female judges who feared for…

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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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Quinn Emanuel Will Allow Lawyers To Work Remotely, Indefinitely, From Anywhere In The Country

Above The Law

Is this the first of many Am Law 100 firms to make such a move? The post Quinn Emanuel Will Allow Lawyers To Work Remotely, Indefinitely, From Anywhere In The Country appeared first on Above the Law.

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The Collateral Consequences of Exoneration

The Crime Report

Troy Burner welcomed by his mother after his release from prison in 2018. He was exonerated two years later. Photo courtesy The Innocence Project. The holiday season is often a time for family gatherings, and while many will be preparing for reunions in the coming days, it is important to remember the roadblocks returning citizens face. For instance, background checks cause thousands of potential collateral consequences that can impact things like housing or employment.

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European Court of Human Rights finds Georgia complicit in violence against LGBT demonstrators

JURIST

The European Court of Human Rights Thursday held against Georgia in a case concerning an attack on LGBT protestors in the capital city Tbilisi. Amidst threats of a counter-demonstration by ultra-conservative NGOs and clergymen, senior officials of the Ministry of the Interior had guaranteed the safety of the applicants, a group of 35 Georgian nationals and two LGBT rights advocacy groups, during a 20-minute silent flash mob on the International Day Against Homophobia.

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The top 5 legal technology news of 2021

ABA Journal

In many ways, 2021 felt like the year that would never end. The pandemic dragged on, and new variants popped up like whack-a-moles.

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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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Celebrating 1 Million Workflows and Beyond! Inside our Record-Breaking Year at Process Street

The Process Street

It was a year of milestones here at Process Street. Perhaps the one we’re most excited about: 1 million workflows ! That’s right, since launching Process Street users have now created more than 1 million workflows on the platform. That’s 1 million ways you’re helping us with our mission of making recurring work everywhere fun, fast, and faultless for teams everywhere.

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Michael Flynn Sues Jan. 6 Committee For Making Him Plead The Fifth Like A Common Criminal

Above The Law

If the foo s s. The post Michael Flynn Sues Jan. 6 Committee For Making Him Plead The Fifth Like A Common Criminal appeared first on Above the Law.

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China issues regulations restricting online religious content

JURIST

The China State Administration of Religious Affairs on Wednesday issued new regulations banning foreign organizations and individuals from posting online religious content, citing national security concerns. The new regulations titled “ Measures for the Administration of Internet Religious Information Services ” were jointly drafted by five departments within the Chinese government and will be effective as of March 1, 2022.

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Chemerinsky: The most significant Supreme Court cases of 2021

ABA Journal

Although 2021 certainly had important developments in the U.S.

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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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The Biggest Crop in Prison Gardens: Hope

The Crime Report

Jamala Taylor. Photo courtesy IGP. Jamala Taylor didn’t grow up a gardener. “Inner cities have more liquor stores than trees,” he quips. So there is some irony in the fact that his introduction to gardening came in a place that few would associate with greenery: California State Prison in Los Angeles County. Taylor, who spent 31 years shuttling through maximum security prisons?

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COVID Truther Alex Berenson Files LOLsuit Against Twitter For Tortious Deplatforming

Above The Law

Hey, California! 'The Pandemic's Wrongest Man' is comin' at ya! The post COVID Truther Alex Berenson Files LOLsuit Against Twitter For Tortious Deplatforming appeared first on Above the Law.

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Nikola reaches $125M settlement with SEC, resolves defrauding charges

JURIST

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Tuesday announced that zero-emission vehicles startup Nikola Corporation has agreed to pay $125 million to settle charges that it violated US securities laws and defrauded investors by misleading them about its products, technical advancements, and commercial prospects. The settlement emerges from the SEC’s order issued earlier this year, holding the company liable for “allegedly misleading statements and for other alleged deceptions

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UIC law prof must receive online diversity training, coaching before classroom return, letter says

ABA Journal

A law professor who used abbreviated versions of the N-word and the B-word on a final exam must undergo diversity training “to facilitate his return…

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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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‘Invisibility’ of Prosecutor Misconduct Erodes Trust: PA Report

The Crime Report

The lack of transparency about the extent of prosecutorial misconduct in the U.S. undermines the legitimacy of the justice system, says the Quattrone Center for the Fair Administration of Justice. While a number of states have adopted measures to address instances where prosecutors fail to provide timely evidence that could prevent the conviction of innocent individuals or neglect other rules of procedure, the aberrant conduct is largely “invisible” to public scrutiny in most jurisdictions acros

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The Best Law Schools For Women (2022)

Above The Law

Law school may be the perfect place for women in America to prove that the future is female. The post The Best Law Schools For Women (2022) appeared first on Above the Law.

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Meta sues data analytics company over scraping of Instagram accounts

JURIST

Meta Platforms Inc. (formerly Facebook) Monday filed a lawsuit in federal court against Social Data Trading Ltd, a Hong Kong-based social media analytics company, for allegedly scrapping account profiles of more than 91 million Instagram users and selling the scraped data as “demographics and insights about influencers and their audiences.” The social media giant accused Social Data of operating an unlawful service since September 2020 designed to scrape account profiles from various

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‘Constitutional sheriffs’ contend they have the power to determine what the law is

ABA Journal

“Constitutional sheriffs” contend that their authority goes beyond enforcing the law to determining what the law is.

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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.