The Need To Succeed
Above The Law
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Succession planning is a task that many, if not all, leaders find joyless but necessary. The post The Need To Succeed appeared first on Above the Law.
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Report highlights declining but problematic use of death penalty across US
JURIST
DECEMBER 15, 2022
The Death Penalty Information Center (DPIC) Friday released its annual year-end report on the death penalty in the US, highlighting continually declining rates of execution despite what the DPIC called “i ncendiary political advertising that drove the public’s perception of rising crime to record highs.” For the eighth year in a row, authorities issued fewer than 50 new death sentences and carried out fewer than 30 executions.
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Get That Bag: How to Build a Collection Process for Your Law Firm
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Law firm account s receivable can be gnarly, sometimes extending into the six figures. Now, there are a couple of responses to that. The preferred option is to eliminate accounts receivable altogether, which can be done using epayment options, and potentially evergreen retainers combined with stop work order s. Of course, you may not ever get to 100% collection rates – that’s a tall order – and, you may have some accounts receivable to deal with already.
Journalists detained in record numbers in 2022: Reporters Without Borders
JURIST
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) Thursday released their annual report summarizing violence and abuse against journalists. The organization reports that a total of 533 journalists are currently detained because of their work, 65 are held hostage and another 57 have been killed in the past year. RSF Secretary-General Christophe Deloire said of the report’s findings: This new record in the number of detained journalists confirms the pressing and urgent need to resist these unscrupulous govern
Transforming eDiscovery: Document Summarization, Sentiment Analysis, And Chatbots Take Center Stage
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A Synergistic Approach to eDiscovery In the space of eDiscovery, the convergence of document summarization, sentiment analysis, and chatbots represents a significant change in how legal professionals navigate and manage electronic information. These technologies not only expedite the review process but also empower legal teams with deeper insights into the emotional context and key information within electronic documents.
“Where’s Lyle? At 91, famed court reporter still loves deadlines.”
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 15, 2022
“Where’s Lyle? At 91, famed court reporter still loves deadlines.” Robin Bravender of GreenWire has this report. The post “Where’s Lyle? At 91, famed court reporter still loves deadlines.” appeared first on How Appealing.
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In Bashman news from Philadelphia International Airport
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 15, 2022
In Bashman news from Philadelphia International Airport: 6 ABC News Philadelphia has a report from Jillian Mele headlined “ Looking to make a last-minute trip? Here are some tips to score the best deal; Your points are more valuable when cash prices are high, according to the experts.” The post In Bashman news from Philadelphia International Airport appeared first on How Appealing.
Three men sentenced to prison for plot to kidnap Michigan governor
JURIST
DECEMBER 15, 2022
A Michigan court Thursday sentenced three men involved in a 2020 plot to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer to prison. Pete Musico, Joseph Morrison and Paul Bellar were all sentenced in the Jackson County Circuit Court to separate prison terms after a jury found them guilty of felony charges in October. Musico received a 12-year sentence, Morrison received a 10-year sentence, and Bellar received seven years.
“Judicial security measure clears U.S. Congress as part of defense bill”
HowAppealing
DECEMBER 15, 2022
“Judicial security measure clears U.S. Congress as part of defense bill”: Nate Raymond and Patricia Zengerle of Reuters have a report that begins, “The U.S. Congress on Thursday passed legislation that would allow U.S. Supreme Court justices and federal judges to shield their personal information from being viewed online in response to a rising number of threats targeting them.” And Tierney Sneed of CNN has a report headlined “ What to know about a judicial privacy
Black Hair, Big Law (Part I): It All Started With Ketanji
Above The Law
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Is natural Black hair compatible with working in Big Law? Of course, the answer is yes. The post Black Hair, Big Law (Part I): It All Started With Ketanji appeared first on Above the Law.
Recipe for a Failed CLM Implementation
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Selecting and implementing CLM technology can be daunting, leading to underutilization or abandonment. Factors like provider differentiation, inadequate planning, and lack of user training contribute to these failures. Recognizing these pitfalls is crucial for successful adoption, ensuring organizations harness the full potential of CLM for streamlined contract management.
A New Year Unfolds With Artificial Intelligence: Five Legal Tech Predictions for 2023
Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Nicole Clark maps out a few of the most important innovations to expect in the coming year. The post A New Year Unfolds With Artificial Intelligence: Five Legal Tech Predictions for 2023 appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Chicago Settles $1.2 Million In Police Misconduct Cases
The Crime Report
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Chicago must pay $1.2 million to settle three different police misconduct cases, Heather Cherone reports for WTTW. The City Council voted to settle lawsuits including a case settled for $350,000 where officers, during a warranted search of a home in 2019, pointed assault weapons at children then-aged 9, 8 and 6 years old. The 8-year-old child was later handcuffed and held outside for 40 minutes.
Domestic Limited Liability: Everything You Need to Know
L4SB
DECEMBER 15, 2022
What is a Domestic Limited Liability Company? Domestic limited liability (also called a “Limited Liability Company” or “LLC”) is a type of business structure in which the owners of the.
Inmates Sexually Abused In Prison Are Potentially Eligible For Compassionate Release
The Crime Report
DECEMBER 15, 2022
A number of women abused in federal prisons were awared compassionate release because of abuse at Dublin FCI in California, Gracyann Joslin reports for the Davis Vanguard. The Department of Justice is pressing top officials at the Bureau of Prisons to tell inmates who prison employees have assaulted to apply for compassionate early releases. A backlog of 8,000 internal affairs misconduct cases have yet to be investigated, and more than 5,400 allegations of sexual abuse against prison employees h
Contract Lifecycle Management: A Business Enabler Exploring On-Ground Challenges
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CLM tools have always strived to push contract management into the digital age for almost 30 years. But the complexities of digitising a legal document are numerous. The current scenarios in business development have shown that having a fully automated CLM has become a mandate for every law firm and in-house legal department. To determine if you need a CLM system, it's essential to clearly identify the on-ground business challenges you aim to solve.
FDA Finalizes Guidance Re Enforcement Policy for Homeopathic Drugs
FDA Law Blog
DECEMBER 15, 2022
By Riëtte van Laack — On December 7, 2022, FDA announced the availability of the final guidance regarding the enforcement policy for homeopathic drug products. This concludes FDA’s reevaluation of the regulation of homeopathic drugs which it started in 2015. As we reported previously, here , and here , as a result of the growth of the industry and safety issues, in 2015 FDA started the reevaluation of its regulatory framework for homeopathic products.
The Road To Marijuana Shop Ownership for People with Marijuana Convictions
The Crime Report
DECEMBER 15, 2022
The push to give people with marijuana convictions ownership of the first open recreational marijuana businesses in New York state started with New York lawmakers blocking legislation that didn’t properly address equity concerns. Now, three years later, the first retail storefront is set to open, a crackdown on illegal marijuana businesses has just begun and 122 more licenses for those with Marijuana-related convictions have yet to be given out. .
First Rule Of Defending Clients In The Public Eye: Don’t Get Goaded Into Slurring
Above The Law
DECEMBER 15, 2022
He should have just. you know. kinda moved his hands around to get at the point. Like a gentleman. The post First Rule Of Defending Clients In The Public Eye: Don’t Get Goaded Into Slurring appeared first on Above the Law.
Two Officers Shot and Killed Responding To Mississippi Welfare Check
The Crime Report
DECEMBER 15, 2022
After responding to a call for a welfare check made from a Motel 6 in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, two Bay St. Louis Police Department officers were shot and killed early Wednesday morning, Emily Mae Czachor reports for CBS News. The officers, Branden Estorffe and Steven Robin, arrived at the motel before 4:30 am and approached the suspect, 43-year-old Amy Anderson, in a parked vehicle accompanied by a female minor.
California Civil Discovery Act Undergoes Significant Overhaul
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Short article looking at the new CCP 2016.
A New York Appellate Court Weighs In On Litigation Funding Disclosure: Relevance Is Paramount [Sponsored]
Above The Law
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Under what circumstances can a litigant receiving litigation financing be compelled to disclose details about the funding arrangement? The post A New York Appellate Court Weighs In On Litigation Funding Disclosure: Relevance Is Paramount appeared first on Above the Law.
District Court Finds Ten-Month Delay in Filing Wants Denial of TRO
The IP Law Blog
DECEMBER 15, 2022
In Shenzhen Chengront Technology Co., Ltd v. Besign Direct et al, 1-22-cv-10281 (SDNY Dec. 9, 2022) (Jennifer L. Rochon) , Judge Rochon of the Southern District of New York denied a Plaintiff’s request for a temporary restraining order (“TRO”) and cited the Plaintiff’s ten-month delay in filing suit as the primary reasoning for denying the TRO. On December 5, 2022, Plaintiff Shenzhen Chengront Technology Co., Ltd (“Plaintiff”) brought suit against Defendants Besign Direct and Shenzhen JianYi KeJ
Finance Layoffs Watch ’22: Marcus And Other David Solomon Flights Of Fancy
Above The Law
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Remember when he bought that home-improvement lender back in March? Yeah, just as well you don’t. The post Finance Layoffs Watch ’22: Marcus And Other David Solomon Flights Of Fancy appeared first on Above the Law.
Why are Accounts Receivable Services Vital for Businesses?
LegalReader
DECEMBER 15, 2022
You can use the time & expense you save by outsourcing to improve your sales, marketing, or research while building closer relationships with your clients.
Dangers of Digital "Reporting": Legal Risks and Unreliable Transcripts
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In the world of legal proceedings, the choice between a certified stenographer and digital "reporting" holds significant implications. Certified stenographers go through rigorous training and testing and stand as the gold standard for accuracy in capturing every word. Their expertise ensures a reliable record, a crucial foundation for legal cases.
Am Law 50 Firm Teased An ‘Update’ On Sub-Market Salaries. Update Is: ‘We’re Staying Below Market.’
Above The Law
DECEMBER 15, 2022
And HOW they announced is somehow even worse! The post Am Law 50 Firm Teased An ‘Update’ On Sub-Market Salaries. Update Is: ‘We’re Staying Below Market.’ appeared first on Above the Law.
Alleged Extremist Views of Suspects Who Killed Police in Australia Being Investigated
The Crime Report
DECEMBER 15, 2022
An investigation is underway in Australia by Queensland police after three people were shot and killed in an attack, including two police officers. The suspects, which include former school principal Nathaniel Train, his brother Gareth Train, and sister-in-law Stacey, were later killed by police in an altercation, CBS News reports. Posts made under Gareth Train’s name have been found on conspiracy forums, mentioning both anti-vaccine beliefs and conspiracies about other mass shootings desc
Morning Docket: 12.15.22
Above The Law
DECEMBER 15, 2022
* SEC votes to move ahead with major stock market reforms that could save $1.5B annually. That would buy a lot of Gamestop. [ Reuters ]. * Not a shocker, but Paul Pelosi's assailant going on trial for attempted murder. Well, not a shocker for those of us based in reality. there are still some incredibly stupid people out there. [ Courthouse News Service ]. * Elon Musk is threatening legal action against a user for tweeting out publicly available information.
AIG, Accellion Settle $1M Data Breach Dispute
Law 360
DECEMBER 15, 2022
AIG and Accellion Inc. have agreed to settle a lawsuit in which the insurance company sought to recover over $1 million it spent covering a university that was swept up in a cyberattack that hit the software company two years ago, the sides told a Florida federal court Thursday.
Optimizing Contract Management and Enhancing Team Collaboration: Insights from a Legal Operations Perspective
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