Sat.Jan 15, 2022 - Fri.Jan 21, 2022

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Ericsson files patent infringement lawsuit against Apple over 5G

JURIST

Ericsson filed another patent infringement lawsuit Tuesday against Apple concerning the use of 5G wireless patents in iPhones. A leader in cellular communications, the Swedish company previously sued Apple in October in the US District Court for Eastern District of Texas, following the breakdown of negotiations over the renewal of a seven-year license agreement struck in 2015.

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Is Online Learning Creating a Virtual School-to-Prison Pipeline?

The Crime Report

The school-to-prison pipeline has gone “virtual” as a result of online schooling during the pandemic, warned a paper published in the Loyola Children’s Legal Rights Journal. The legal issues presented by virtual school disciplinary policies, have grown even more complex, The Regulatory Review, a publication of the Penn Program on Regulation, reports. .

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Clients Are Spending More on Legal Tech: Can Smaller Firms Keep Up?

Attorney at Work

Law firms of all sizes are feeling pressure to meet client demand for both tailored services and greater efficiencies in this rapidly changing industry. Legal teams are being pressed to control costs and better respond to changing regulatory and risk management obligations. In response, they are investing more in automation, advanced analytics and other technologies that will help them manage the workload.

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How To Be A Problem Solving Paralegal

Paralegal Bootcamp

Ready to become a better problem solver? I wish paralegal training programs included a course on problem-solving! It’s such an important skill for paralegals to have. This week we’re giving you the tools and techniques for better problem-solving in the legal industry so that you’re not only solving problems but preventing them from happening to impress your law firm along the way.

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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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US lawmakers introduce privacy bill against using personal data for targeted advertising

JURIST

Senator Cory Booker along with Congresswomen Jan Schakowsky and Anna G. Eshoo Tuesday introduced the Banning Surveillance Advertising Act to prohibit the use of personal data by advertising networks and facilitators for targeted advertising, except for broad location targeting to a known place, such as a municipality. Data about the individual or connected devices such as contents of communications, browsing history, online activity and customer lists can’t be used by advertisers and ad pl

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Top Digital Marketing Trends for Law Firms in 2022

Attorney at Work

Whether you manage your firm’s digital marketing strategy yourself or outsource your marketing, lawyers — especially small law firm owners — need to stay on top of the latest digital marketing advancements to ensure their websites continue to drive potential clients their way. As we round out the month of January, let us take a look at the top digital marketing trends for 2022.

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A ‘Fair and Speedy Trial’ is a Pipe Dream for Many Poor Americans: Study

The Crime Report

While most Americans believe arrested people go to court soon after their arrest, Constitutional guarantees of a “fair and speedy trial” are infrequently honored in our under-resourced criminal justice system, according to a study produced by the Deason Criminal Justice Reform Center at the Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law. Over 30 states lack laws that establish a firm deadline for initial appearances, requiring only that such appearances occur “within a reasonable time,” with

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Pakistan court sentences woman to death for blasphemy over WhatsApp messages

JURIST

A Pakistan sessions court in Rawalpindi Wednesday sentenced a Muslim woman to death for committing blasphemy by insulting Prophet Muhammad over WhatsApp messages. Aneeqa Atteeq was accused of sending blasphemous caricatures of Prophet Muhammad and making remarks about holy personages on WhatsApp while also using her Facebook account to post blasphemous materials to others.

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Kyrsten Sinema Is Hindenburg In A Halter Dress

Above The Law

She and Manchin are hastening democracy’s demise. The post Kyrsten Sinema Is Hindenburg In A Halter Dress appeared first on Above the Law.

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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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Easy There, Cowboy: Read This Before You Post That Image

Attorney at Work

If you’re planning to use stock photos, illustrations, even video clips to market your law firm, you need to know the ropes. The last thing you need is to get entangled in a dispute about the misappropriation of copyrighted materials. Plus, it looks bad if your firm is accused of copyright infringement and your firm has an IP practice. But First, a Little Background.

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Hermès Names MetaBirkins NFT Creator in Trademark Infringement, Dilution Lawsuit

The Fashion Law

Hermès has filed a lawsuit against the individual behind the collection of 100 MetaBirkins non-fungible tokens (“NFTs”) that include images depicting furry renderings of its famous Birkin bag. In the complaint that it filed in a New York federal court on Friday, Hermès claims that MetaBirkins creator Mason Rothschild is “a digital speculator who is seeking to get rich quick by appropriating the brand MetaBirkins for use in creating, marketing, selling, and facilitating the exchange of digital as

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Afghanistan dispatch: Taliban disagreements and disconnection may bring on another war

JURIST

Law students and lawyers in Afghanistan are filing reports with JURIST on the situation there after Taliban takeover. Here, a law student in Kabul offers his perspective on recent conflicts within factions of the Taliban and suggests that if the Taliban cannot somehow connect with the new communities they are now governing there may be greater prospects for yet another war in the country.

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Reduce New Hire Churn With This Employee Onboarding Checklist

The Process Street

Despite many managers understanding the importance of employee onboarding, Sapling has found that 88% of companies don’t onboard well. This is a troubling revelation when you take into account that offering an excellent onboarding experience enhances employee retention by as much as 82%. Want to ensure you have high employee retention while also maintaining job satisfaction?

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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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5 Kinds of Rest: Avoiding Exhaustion Means More Than Getting Enough Sleep

Attorney at Work

Feeling exhausted? There are many kinds of rest we need to feel well-rested. Of course, we all know sleep is important for both physical and mental stamina. In fact, lack of sleep has serious consequences, such as reducing our immune system’s effectiveness and increasing cravings for simple carbohydrates. But did you know there are at least four other kinds of rest we need to be healthy and at our best?

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Gun Owners’ Personal Info Can Now Be Released to Violence Researchers

The Crime Report

U.S. District Judge Larry Alan Burns has declined to block California’s enactment of Assembly Bill 173, an amendment to California firearms laws authorizing the attorney general to disclose gun owners’ personal information to the California Firearm Violence Research Center at UC Davis and any other “bona fide research institution” meeting certain requirements, reports the Courthouse News Service.

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Wisconsin judge rules against use of absentee ballot drop boxes for statewide elections

JURIST

A Wisconsin county judge Thursday granted an injunction against the use of absentee ballot drop boxes in statewide elections. The Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) issued guidance to county clerks about the use of drop boxes in March and again in August of 2020 , in light of the growing COVID-19 pandemic. The guidance permitted, but did not require, county clerks to establish drop boxes for the collection of absentee ballots.

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Hey Merrick, If You Aren’t Too Busy Doing Nothing, These Local Cops Might Need A Look See

Above The Law

And unfortunately, this crazy town isn't alone. The post Hey Merrick, If You Aren’t Too Busy Doing Nothing, These Local Cops Might Need A Look See appeared first on Above the Law.

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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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Equipping the Rural Lawyer for Success

Attorney at Work

Advances in technology and access to legal staffing is helping rural lawyers improve workflows and operate more efficiently. Compared with their counterparts in urban and suburban regions, rural attorneys often have less reliable access to critical skill sets and tools to support their practice. For example, there may be a scarcity of local IT professionals to help them troubleshoot technology problems.

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Vested Interest: How to Get Staff Buy-In

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

Good help is hard to find -- and keep. It’s that latter part that you tend to hear less about , and often that latter part that managing attorneys tend to focus on less. In many ways, lawyers treat their employees the same way that they treat their clients. They work very hard to acquire them, and then roundly ignore them, as communication slows to a drip.

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California suit challenging controversial Tejon Ranch housing development to proceed

JURIST

A lawsuit challenging the construction of a master-planned community on an undeveloped, environmentally sensitive plot of land approximately 65 miles north of downtown Los Angeles was revived on Friday, even as a settlement in a companion case was reached this week. The California Native Plant Society (CNPS) and the Center for Biological Diversity (“the plaintiffs”) sued the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors over the permit for Tejon Ranch’s Centennial Project , citing inadequa

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Minnesota Legal Kiosk Project

CourtTechBulletin

Thanks to a tweet from attorney Mark C. Palmer we learned today about this Minnesota project that started last year. The project issued the following press release on May 3, 2021. Read more ».

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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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Eastern District of California Allows For the Admission of Background Evidence Regarding Reinsurance

EvidenceProf Blog

There are five types of relevant evidence under Federal Rule of Evidence 401: (1) direct evidence; (2) circumstantial evidence; (3) character evidence; (4) impeachment evidence; and (5) background evidence. So, what is background evidence, and why is it relevant? In.

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Five Different Events Where You Need Paralegal Services

LDA PRO

You might have heard of paralegal services, who they are, their basic duties, and how they do it. But, perhaps, you don’t know they have a different classification in their industry. In more detail, You may not know that in different law events they can help you out. Paralegals are the first partners before proceeding with a case against anything, you have to share everything to draft you with the best document you could present to the court and the one against you.

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Civil society questions Facebook for delaying India human rights impact assessment report

JURIST

A consortium of 25 civil society organisations Wednesday published a letter sent to Facebook on January 3 2021, against the delayed release of the India Human Rights Impact Assessment (HRIA) report and lack of action towards addressing grave concerns about the company’s human rights record in India. The letter was sent to the Facebook Director of Human Rights, Miranda Sissons, reminding the company that the HRIA is an important way through which the company can evaluate its role in spreading hat

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What Do Brands Stand to Gain in Fights Over Their Marks in the Metaverse?

The Fashion Law

A number of recent instances in the virtual space have prompted discussions about branding – and trademarks, more specifically. Most notably, Hermès called foul on a collection of 100 non-fungible tokens (“NFTs”) that tied to furry depictions of its famed Birkin bags and has since filed against the creator of the so-called MetaBirkins , Mason Rothschild, for trademark infringement, dilution, and cybersquatting in a New York federal court.

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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.