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“A Long Day’s Journey into Legal Realism”

HowAppealing

“A Long Day’s Journey into Legal Realism”: Eric Segall has this post at “Dorf on Law.” The post “A Long Day’s Journey into Legal Realism” appeared first on How Appealing.

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No More Reality TV? Kim Kardashian Says She’s ‘Just Going To Be An Attorney’

Above The Law

She says she'd be 'just as happy' with a life in the law, instead of a life in front of the cameras. The post No More Reality TV? Kim Kardashian Says She’s ‘Just Going To Be An Attorney’ appeared first on Above the Law.

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Lawyers Getting Money From Their Clients Is One Thing, But Vice Versa?

Above The Law

Talk about suing a man out of house and home! The post Lawyers Getting Money From Their Clients Is One Thing, But Vice Versa? appeared first on Above the Law.

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It’s the Law Now –Cybersecurity Information in Premarket Submissions

FDA Law Blog

By Philip Won & Jeffrey K. Shapiro — Does your firm manufacture a “cyber device”? A recent amendment to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) added a new section about cybersecurity for “cyber devices.” If a device uses software that connects to the internet, it is most likely a cyber device and subject to new section 524B of the FD&C Act, “Ensuring Cybersecurity of Devices.

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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

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.

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Law 4 Small Business Attorneys Honored as Super Lawyers for 2023

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Super Lawyers rates outstanding lawyers who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Super Lawyers recognizes the top attorneys nationwide, across a variety of practice areas and.

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New York Senate passes bill to prevent tropical deforestation

JURIST

The New York State Senate Tuesday passed the Tropical Deforestation-Free Procurement Act , a bill aimed at protecting tropical rainforests and human rights in other countries through state government relations with contractors. The bill will require state contractors who work with commodities derived from rainforests to certify that their products are not contributing to deforestation or degradation.

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Harvey AI Raises $21M In A Series A Round Led By Sequoia

LawSites

The generative AI legal tech startup Harvey has raised $21 million in a Series A funding round led by Sequoia Capital. When I first wrote about Harvey in November , the previously stealth startup had just emerged with news that it had raised $5 million in funding led by the startup fund of OpenAI, the company that is the developer of the GPT AI technology.

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Saul Kassin Probes Dangerous Practices in ‘Duped: Why Innocent People Confess—and Why We Believe Their Confessions’ (Book Review)

The Crime Report

Do innocent people really confess to horrific crimes they did not commit? Yes, they do. A masterful recent book from John Jay College of Criminal Justice Professor Saul Kassin, “ Duped: Why Innocent People Confess—and Why We Believe Their Confessions ,” proves it beyond any doubt. And Dr. Kassin’s book goes further than that. It shows how mobilizing scientific research about interrogations can reduce errors.

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Disney Litigators Take Their Turn Beating The Hell Out Of Ron DeSantis With New Federal Lawsuit

Above The Law

Disney wishes Ron DeSantis 'A Magical Day' in federal lawsuit. The post Disney Litigators Take Their Turn Beating The Hell Out Of Ron DeSantis With New Federal Lawsuit appeared first on Above the Law.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

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.

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HRW: Iran’s security forces committing serious violations against children

JURIST

Human Rights Watch Tuesday reported that Iran’s security forces repressing widespread protests have been using a series of unlawful measures against children within the country, which include killings, torture, sexual assaults and disappearances. Iranian authorities have detained, questioned, and prosecuted children in violation of international legal protections and judges have prohibited the hiring of lawyers by the children’s families to defend them.

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Importance of Due Diligence for Patent Practitioners and the US/China Economic War

Patently O

by Dennis Crouch 37 C.F.R. § 11.18(b) imposes crucial responsibilities on patent applicants, attorneys, and agents. Documents submitted to the USPTO implicitly certify that: Statements made are true or are are believed to be true (based upon information and belief) and do not include any attempt to conceal a material fact; and That a reasonable inquiry was conducted to confirm that: (i) statements have no improper purposes, (ii) legal contentions are supported by existing law or valid arguments

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On LawNext Podcast: The Four Founders of vLex and Fastcase on the Merger Of Their Two Companies

LawSites

It was major news April 4 when the legal research and technology companies Fastcase and vLex announced their merger, creating a single entity that they say now has the world’s largest subscriber base of lawyers and law firms and a legal research library of more than 1 billion documents from more than 100 countries. It is a deal that could reshape the legal tech landscape on a global basis and potentially even threaten the longstanding legal research duopoly of Westlaw and LexisNexis.

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Attorney AI Assistants: GPT-Driven Tools And Browser Extensions To Streamline Your Work

Above The Law

By embracing these technologies, you'll be better positioned to keep up with the rapidly evolving legal technology landscape. The post Attorney AI Assistants: GPT-Driven Tools And Browser Extensions To Streamline Your Work appeared first on Above the Law.

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Paralegal Power Move: Your Guide to Getting the Tech Tools That Maximize Your Time

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

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Washington state governor signs bill banning sale of assault weapons

JURIST

Washington state Governor Jay Inslee Tuesday signed House Bill (HB) 1240 , prohibiting the sale, manufacture, import and distribution of assault weapons in the state. The ban includes AR-15s, AK-47s and many other kinds of semiautomatic weapons. According to the bill, “[a]ssault weapons are civilian versions of weapons created for the military and are designed to kill humans quickly and efficiently.” The bill exempts the sale of these weapons to armed forces branches and law enforcem

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Guidance on Patenting Inventions with AI Contributions

Patently O

The following are my remarks given on April 25, 2023 to the USPTO as part of their AI listening session: by Dennis Crouch Members of the USPTO, and fellow participants of this AI Listening Session, thank you for inviting me here today and for taking time to consider these important issues. I want to also thank the prior speakers who have done a great job laying out many of the issues.

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The standard for bringing a “whistleblower” retaliation claim under Sarbanes-Oxley

SCOTUSBlog

Share The Relist Watch column examines cert petitions that the Supreme Court has “relisted” for its upcoming conference. A short explanation of relists is available here. Before we discuss changes to the Supreme Court’s docket this week, a word about last week’s post. As anticipated, the court decided to review the question whether the First Amendment prohibits public officials from blocking constituents from their private social media accounts on which they discuss official business.

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Biglaw Head Bought Neil Gorsuch’s Property In 2017. Yes, We Are Just Learning About It Now.

Above The Law

This is not how judicial ethics is supposed to work. The post Biglaw Head Bought Neil Gorsuch’s Property In 2017. Yes, We Are Just Learning About It Now. appeared first on Above the Law.

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Case Study: Maximize Client Compensation by Unlocking the Power of Diminished Value

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.

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Human Rights Watch report shows hundreds of deaths along the Turkey/Syria border

JURIST

Human Rights Watch (HRW) published a report Thursday claiming that Turkish border guards are shooting Syrian refugees while also using excessive force and torture against asylum seekers entering the country. The report cited hundreds of recent deaths along the Turkey/Syria border and condemned the actions of the Turkish government. The report began with a call to action, with HRW stating that the Turkish government should hold border guards responsible for these human rights abuses.

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Chemerinsky: Expect momentous decisions from the Supreme Court as term ends

ABA Journal

Unless there is an emergency matter to be heard, the U.S. Supreme Court completed oral arguments for the October 2022 term April 26.

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How to Recenter the Role of Prosecutors Around Accountability and Fairness

The Crime Report

As a District Attorney serving a fourth term, I have closely watched the overly simplistic narrative of “reform” vs. “tough on crime” prosecutors intensify over the past couple of years. I’m not sure what is driving this division, but I do know that reform and public safety are not mutually exclusive. As prosecutors we can make changes that can strengthen, and not sacrifice, public safety by earning the trust of those we serve.

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Healthcare Leaders Must Come Together to Mitigate ChatGPT Risks, Experts Urge

Above The Law

The healthcare sector has been notoriously slow to adopt new technologies in the past, but Chat-GPT has already begun to enter the field. Technology experts at the HIMSS conference in Chicago said that while the AI model is certainly exciting, the healthcare sector must establish an accountability framework for it’s going to address the risks of new technologies like ChatGPT moving forward.

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Deposition Prep Like a Pro: Insights from a Paralegal's Playbook

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.

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Colorado governor signs gun bills into law, overhauling state gun regulations

JURIST

Colorado Governor Jared Polis Friday signed four gun control bills into law, resulting in a rigid tightening of gun legislation in the state. The bills are aimed at preventing gun violence by raising the minimum age to purchase firearms, imposing a three-day waiting period on firearm purchases, expanding the state’s red flag law, and removing the protections afforded to gun manufacturers and sellers against lawsuits.

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BigLaw CEO bought property partly owned by Gorsuch, who didn’t disclose the buyer

ABA Journal

Greenberg Traurig CEO Brian Duffy contracted to buy a property partly owned by Justice Neil Gorsuch nine days after the former appeals judge's confirmation to…

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Climate Change and the Law: Sabin Center launches report on legal issues to be analyzed by International Court of Justice

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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is inviting all U.N. Member States to submit their views on the legal issues relevant to climate duties and obligations. To help States make these submissions, Columbia Law School’s Sabin Center for Climate Change Law has just released its Status Report on Principles of International and Human Rights Law Relevant to Climate Change.

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The Bipartisan Effort To Get Chief Justice John Roberts To Do The Right Thing

Above The Law

An enforceable code of ethics may not be just a pipe dream. The post The Bipartisan Effort To Get Chief Justice John Roberts To Do The Right Thing appeared first on Above the Law.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

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