MorneauLaw
JULY 6, 2022
Share This Story! The Three Top Reasons to Create an Estate Plan I t is always a good idea to have an estate plan even if you are not sure if you have “enough” assets or think things should be pretty simple. Here are the top three reasons to create an estate plan as discussed by one of Morneau Law’s estate planning lawyers. 1. Determine your legacy: Who do you want to decide your legacy?
The Crime Report
JULY 7, 2022
Before becoming a paralegal for the ArchCity Defenders, a legal advocacy organization based in St. Louis, Mo., Qiana Williams spent 11 days in debtors’ jail for nonpayment of traffic fines. “I don’t consider myself a criminal,” Williams said, noting she simply couldn’t afford payment. She was one of four panelists in a Brennan Center for Justice discussion on the money collected in the justice system, moderated by CNN legal analyst Laura Coates.
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LegalReader
JULY 5, 2022
There are lots of legal issues that can come with buying a house, but if you know how to handle them your home purchase will go smoothly.
JURIST
JULY 7, 2022
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) Thursday ruled that Greece’s “ pushback ” operation that led to the sinking of a migrant boat, killing eleven (including children and infants), violated articles 2 and 3 of the European Convention on Human Rights. In Safi and others v. Greece, the court held that the behavior of Greek security officials violated the migrants right to life and the prohibition on inhuman or degrading treatment.
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.
Paralegal Brief Submitted Articles
JULY 8, 2022
Leatrice shares what she's gained from getting more involved in paralegal associations and becoming her association's social media manager.
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The Crime Report
JULY 6, 2022
A study by researchers from the University of Michigan found that at least four in 10 children in the U.S. born between 1999 and 2005 were raised in a home where a parent or co-residing adult faced at least one criminal charge, reports The Hill. Some 9 percent of children have had an intergenerational exposure to prison, 18 percent have been exposed to felony conviction and 39 percent in total have been exposed to any criminal charge over the course of childhood.
JURIST
JULY 4, 2022
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) Monday released a report containing evidence of mass graves in the Libyan city of Tarhuna. The report estimates there could be as many as 100 undiscovered mass graves in the city. It claims that the al-Kaniyat militia, in power in Tarhuna from 2016 to 2020, is responsible for mass killings. The militia is alleged to have used brutal torture methods on residents including women, children, the infirm, and the disabled.
Paralegal Brief Submitted Articles
JULY 8, 2022
October 13, 2022 Combining Data Analytics skills with your legal industry background could open up a new career path if you are currently in a paralegal, contracts manager or legal operations role Technology Update Your Professional Game with Data Analytics Update Your Professional Game with Data Analytics Paralegals, Contract Managers and Legal Operations Professionals might want to consider updating their technology skills in the area of data analytics to align with trends identified in a rece
Above The Law
JULY 5, 2022
Marshal of the Supreme Court asks governors if they'd be willing to commit some grave constitutional violations among friends. The post Supreme Court Officials SHOCKED To Learn That Supreme Court Rules Apply To The Supreme Court 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
JULY 5, 2022
An analysis by the Death Penalty Information Center (DPIC) has discovered rampant prosecutorial misconduct in death penalty prosecutions, finding more than 550 prosecutorial misconduct reversals and exonerations in capital cases, amounting to roughly 5.6 percent of all death sentences imposed in the United States in the past half-century, according to a recent press release.
JURIST
JULY 6, 2022
US Senate Intelligence Committee members Tuesday called for the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate social media platform TikTok and its Chinese parent company ByteDance for invading the privacy of its users. The members accuse the companies of repeatedly allowing company engineers and executives located in China access to private US users’ data, despite repeated representations from the company that the information was protected.
Patently O
JULY 8, 2022
Tris Pharma v. Actavis Labs (Fed. Cir. 2022) ( non-precedential opinion ). One quirk of the Patent Act is Section 271(e), which creates infringement liability for simply seeking FDA approval to market a generic version of an already approved drug. 35 USC 271(e). Here, Actavis filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) seeking FDA approval to market a “liquid methylphenidate (MPH) oral suspension.” This is the same drug found in Ritalin and used to treat ADHD and other neurolo
Above The Law
JULY 7, 2022
So who brought this dubious claim? The post Borat Enjoys ‘Great Success’ At Second Circuit As Roy Moore Loses… Again. appeared first on Above the Law.
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ABA Journal
JULY 7, 2022
A MoveOn.org online petition calls for U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to resign from the high court or face impeachment.
JURIST
JULY 5, 2022
Governor Larry Hogan on Tuesday directed the Maryland State police to suspend the state’s “good and substantial reason” standard for permits to carry handguns after the US Supreme Court struck down a similar New York law last month. In June, the US Supreme Court struck down in a 6-3 decision a New York law which required individuals applying for unrestricted handgun licenses to show they had a greater need for self-defence than the general public.
Attorney at Work
JULY 5, 2022
Over the past few years, many law firms have started cryptocurrency practice groups. But are these law firms accepting crypto as payment? Some are. The acceptance makes sense because, for better or worse, cryptocurrency is here to stay. Still, cryptocurrency has risks, so make sure you have a clear understanding of cryptocurrency and how your firm can accept crypto payments.
Above The Law
JULY 5, 2022
What's next? They'll want to see my bookmarks on Twitter? They will be scarred. The post If We Can’t Get A New Data Protection Law After <em>Dobbs</em>, At Least We Have The 6th Best Thing 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.
ABA Journal
JULY 5, 2022
In honor of World Refugee Day and National Immigrant Heritage Month , the ABA Commission on Immigration offered this inspiring essay from Abdullahi Abdigaani,…
JURIST
JULY 5, 2022
The European Union (EU) Tuesday officially approved two landmark pieces of digital consumer protection legislation: the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and the Digital Services Act (DSA). The packages, originally proposed in December 2020, includes bans on targeted advertising for children, dark patterns (apps that trick people into giving away personal information), companies favoring their own services, and companies preventing users from downloading other software.
The Crime Report
JULY 7, 2022
One of our formerly gang-involved mentors was shot on the job right in front of his students. They cared for him until the ambulance arrived. After spending three to four weeks recovering in Boston Medical Center, he returned to his work as a Boston Uncornered College Readiness Advisor. But he avoided the place where it happened. Years later, he didn’t want to meet with me for mental health counseling.
Above The Law
JULY 5, 2022
Yeah, that'll work. The post After Court Tosses Steve Bannon’s Ploy To Blame His Lawyer, He Tries Repeating It Again LOUDER appeared first on Above the Law.
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.
ABA Journal
JULY 6, 2022
Lawyers for a Denver teenager charged in an arson fire that killed five people contend that police unconstitutionally used Google’s database of keyword searches to…
JURIST
JULY 5, 2022
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet Tuesday warned that arbitrary detentions and mass displacement of civilians as a result of the Russian war in Ukraine have become widespread. In response, experts suggest timely and effective investigation into all allegations of human rights violations in the area is imperative. Since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, Bachelet and her Office (OHCHR) have tracked human rights violations in the area.
The Crime Report
JULY 6, 2022
Applying the regulatory approach used in the “free-world” has significant advantages over constitutional law in mitigating abusive conditions in prisons and jails, according to a paper published in the Yale Law Journal. For instance, court rulings have barely provided the minimum in protecting incarcerated individuals in areas like fire safety, assurance of food quality, and access to communications—protections that they would be entitled to on the outside under regulatory law, writes Aaron Litt
Above The Law
JULY 8, 2022
The AMA believes physicians should still be the main prescribers, while advocates for provider status for pharmacists say it’s a win for health equity and will expand treatment access.
Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader
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