Paralegal Bootcamp

APRIL 1, 2022

As a Paralegal, there are an exciting number of opportunities available to make extra income, or even start your very own business as a mobile notary! I came from a background of 20 years in the medical field only to decide I wanted a change. I went back to school, became a Certified Paralegal, and started my own freelance business. Having learned a lot along the way, I have had some unexpected success that I would like to share!

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JURIST

MARCH 31, 2022

The Homicide Victims’ Families Rights Act , a bipartisan bill that gives families of homicide victims in federal cases more rights, passed the U.S. House of Representatives Tuesday with a vote of 406-20 and is now headed to the Senate for consideration. Under the bill, immediate family members of a homicide victim in a federal case are given the right to request a review of the case file if the murder was committed over three years ago, investigative leads have been exhausted, and a likely perpe

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Broadcast Law Blog

MARCH 28, 2022

As life slowly returns to something approaching normal after the last two years, radio stations may be inclined to go big on some April Fool’s Day stunt. But remember that not everyone may be in on the joke and a prank that may seem funny to some could trigger concerns with others. As we do every year about this time, we need to play our role as attorneys and ruin the fun by repeating our reminder that broadcasters need to be careful with any on-air pranks, jokes or other on-air bits prepared

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The Crime Report

MARCH 31, 2022

Research has proven that better outcomes are achieved when there is diversity of voices, backgrounds, experiences, and contributions at the table. The people most affected by policy or lawmakers’ decisions should be at the heart of the decision-making process. Nowhere is this more true than in police-community relationships. Silo-ing people into groups or pitting them against one another simply does not work.

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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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Patently O

MARCH 27, 2022

New pending petition for certiorari in Interactive Wearables, LLC v. Polar Electro Oy , 21-1281 (Supreme Court 2022) on patent eligibility grounds. Question presented: The patents-in-suit are directed to an electronics hardware device comprising a content player/remote-control combination having numerous concretely-recited components that undisputedly qualifies as a “machine” or “manufacture” under the statutory language of 35 U.S.C. § 101.

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Above The Law

MARCH 29, 2022

CHUTZPAH, as the, um, globalists might say. The post Alex Jones Calls For Fauci’s Execution, While Refusing To Sit For Deposition During Deadly Pandemic appeared first on Above the Law.

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ClimateChange-ClimateLaw

MARCH 28, 2022

By Isabela Soares Bicalho, Gabriel Mantelli, Maria Antonia Tigre and Carmem Añon Brasolin. On March 30, 2022, the Brazilian Supreme Court, the most important judicial body in the country, will hear seven cases, and all of them are environmental cases. This is an atypical situation in the Brazilian context: having a full day focused on environmental cases has never been done before, and emphasizes the deliberate effort of the Supreme Court to ensure an environmental agenda within the country.

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The Crime Report

APRIL 1, 2022

In an experiment aimed at reducing chronic criminal behavior, the district attorney responsible for one of the country’s most violent neighborhoods has agreed to forego prosecutions for some non-violent offenses and place offenders under the responsibility of community organizations. The experiment involves a “shift in power” aimed at giving individuals more responsibility for turning their lives around instead of experiencing a fruitless cycle of incarceration, release and re-arrest, according

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JURIST

APRIL 1, 2022

The Biden administration Thursday announced several measures to make federal forms of identification more inclusive of transgender and nonbinary Americans. In a release posted to the White House website, the administration said that the Department of State would allow Americans to enter their gender as “X” on US passport applications starting on April 11.

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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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Intelligize Blog

MARCH 29, 2022

The concept of corporate sustainability has evolved over time beyond just environmental concerns such as carbon emissions and pollution. It now incorporates social and governance issues ­– the “S” and “G” to go with the “E” of what is commonly known as ESG. But if there’s room for three pillars of sustainability, why not a […]. The post Can ESG Handle Adding an H?

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Above The Law

APRIL 1, 2022

Some lawyers are not well versed in even the most routine technologies. The post Some Lawyers Are Unacceptably Bad With Technology appeared first on Above the Law.

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ABA Journal

MARCH 30, 2022

On April 1, 2004, the Glastonbury Citizen , a weekly newspaper, reported that John Sakon, a real estate developer, was planning to build a 250,000-square-foot Walmart…

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JURIST

MARCH 30, 2022

With the recent Russia-Ukraine conflict dominating news headlines across the world, a more subtle development involving another violation of international law appears to have garnered little attention – the United Kingdom’s ongoing illegal occupation of the Chagos Archipelago, a group of islands located in the Indian Ocean about 1300 miles from Mauritius.

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SCOTUSBlog

MARCH 28, 2022

Share On Tuesday the justices considered what obligations, if any, U.S. courts have to consider measures that might reduce the risk of harm if a child who has been abducted is returned to the country where she lives. The oral argument in Golan v. Saada was the latest case asking the justices to interpret the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, an international agreement adopted in 1980 to deal with international child abductions during domestic disputes.

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Above The Law

MARCH 31, 2022

Georgetown Law incorporating race into legal discussions prompting conservative freak-out. The post ‘Woke Curriculum’ Based On Actual Supreme Court Cases Terrifies Conservatives appeared first on Above the Law.

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Attorney at Work

MARCH 29, 2022

With in-person conferences, tradeshows and other large gatherings happening again, your skills may be rusty. Here are ways to get back into your best face-to-face form. As I write this, I am in Las Vegas with over 830 others at the Legal Marketing Association Annual Meeting, my first association conference since before the pandemic. Leading up to this, my emotions have ranged from excitement (“I can’t wait to see so many people who will be there!

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JURIST

APRIL 1, 2022

The US Department of Justice announced Wednesday that it had charged a Chinese national with conspiring to act in the US as an illegal agent of the People’s Republic of China. Sun Hoi Ying, also known as Sun Haiying, spent at least five years—from February 2017 through February 2022 — acting in the US as an agent of the PRC government. According to the press release, Ying failed to notify the US Attorney General, which was required by law.

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APRIL 1, 2022

Being unemployed can be a devastating blow to the ego, a strain on relationships, and a huge cause of stress. It's important to remain positive throughout your job search in order to succeed.

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Above The Law

APRIL 1, 2022

Full speed ahead, Your Honor! The post Navy To Name Ship After Ruth Bader Ginsburg appeared first on Above the Law.

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The Process Street

APRIL 1, 2022

The Angel Group encompasses several companies that revolve around property buying, property renovation, and property letting. . Joanne Dron, Director and Owner of The Angel Group, talks to us about how Process Street has revolutionized the way they manage new properties, and shares a few tips on how to revamp your other processes and even onboard employees 24x faster.

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JURIST

MARCH 31, 2022

The Singapore Court of Appeal Tuesday rejected an appeal against the execution of Nagaenthran Dharmalingam, a Malaysian national who was convicted of illegally importing 42.72 grams of diamorphine in 2009. Nagaenthran’s death penalty arises out of the Misuse of Drugs Act (MDA), which provides for the mandatory death penalty in cases involving over 15 grams of diamorphine.

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LawTechnologyToday

MARCH 29, 2022

Running a law practice looks much different than it did five years ago. Nearly everything that happens during your day—meeting clients, scheduling appointments, and drafting and storing documents—can be accomplished more efficiently using virtual tools and platforms. . The ABA reports that 60 percent of lawyers use cloud applications. The seismic shift toward a virtual workplace has presented a new question: does a law practice need a physical location?

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Above The Law

MARCH 28, 2022

Who could possibly resist his charms, right? The post Ted Cruz Figured He Was Just The Man To Defend Texas’s Dumb Election LOLsuit At The Supreme Court appeared first on Above the Law.

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LegalReader

MARCH 28, 2022

In slip-and-fall lawsuits, there are several factors at the site of the incident that can help prove that the management or proprietor of the location was at fault.

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The Crime Report

MARCH 29, 2022

As the Supreme Court begins to look at a liability case of two physicians already found guilty of pill peddling hundreds of thousands of opioids, doctors are becoming increasingly reluctant to prescribe opioids for pain treatment for fear of being criminally charged in the future , according to an analysis by Bloomberg Law. Because of this, experts worry that the future of treating pain in America will drastically change — possibly exacerbating addiction and drug use in the criminal field if an

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Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global

In the fast-paced world of corporate finance, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for sustainable growth and profitability. This exclusive webinar with leading expert Hilary Akhaabi, PhD, will teach you practical ways to navigate complex financial landscapes and enhance your company's revenue management capabilities. Whether you're aiming to refine your financial strategies or seeking innovative solutions to drive performance, this new session is for you!

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The Process Street

MARCH 28, 2022

Employee engagement is the key to having a productive team while also making them happy and motivated. It’s a subjective area that’s hard to measure definitively. As a result, there are those who view the concept as pure nonsense. Granted, there are those who throw the term around higgledy-piggledy, which certainly doesn’t help. However, considering that disengaged employees cost US companies $450-550 billion every year, it’s not something that can be ignored.

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Above The Law

APRIL 1, 2022

It's a feature, not a bug. The post FedSoc Students Totally Cool On Trans Visibility Day… Just Kidding, They Were Vile Trolls appeared first on Above the Law.

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LegalReader

APRIL 1, 2022

Michigan is a no-fault state, which allows you to recover damages no matter who caused the accident, but you might also need to sue the other party if your insurance doesn’t cover all your losses. .

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