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JANUARY 18, 2024
Get to the Point! | When you want to vary your vocabulary, generative AI can help (to a point). The post Is AI Your New Thesaurus? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms & Lawyers.
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2024
Poland’s Central Anti-Corruption Bureau detained on Wednesday former deputy head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Piotr Wawrzyk for his role in allegedly influencing the issuing of Polish visas by expediting visa applications in exchange for payments. Wawrzyk insisted that he was innocent and was released on bail. He faces a maximum of ten years in prison if convicted.
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LDA PRO
JANUARY 18, 2024
Eviction Services Sacramento: In the realm of property management and real estate, the need for eviction services can be a challenging yet essential aspect. In Sacramento, where the legal landscape often adds nuances to eviction proceedings, LDA Pro Legal emerges as a key player in providing comprehensive Eviction Services. This guide explores the intricacies of Eviction Services Sacramento, shedding light on the significance of the process, the role of LDA Pro Legal, and the intersection with c
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2024
Thailand national and cloth merchant Mongkol “Busbas” Thirakot received his second conviction and total of 50 years in prison Thursday for a case of royal defamation related to his social media posts from 2021. Criticism or defamation of the Thai monarchy is considered a criminal offense under the Thai Criminal Code , commonly known as the lese-majeste law.
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Litigation is expensive. Expert witnesses, depositions, staffing, and a long list of other expenses can limit your firm’s options. They strain cash flow, limit taking on new clients, and can even impact case strategy. This guide simplifies the complex world of litigation financing and compares different models and how they can impact the access to justice your firm provides to clients.
Above The Law
JANUARY 18, 2024
Under the new approach, there must be a technical rationale for stamping a space program as special access, not simply because of a service policy decision, said DoD space policy czar John Plumb. The post DoD ‘Completely Rewrites’ Classification Policy For Secret Space Programs appeared first on Above the Law.
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Above The Law
JANUARY 18, 2024
It's the bare minimum, but at after all we've learned about Clarence Thomas in the last year, the bare minimum is noteworthy. The post Judicial Conference Probes Ethical Breaches Of Unnamed Judge… But It’s Almost Certainly Clarence Thomas appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2024
The India Supreme Court overturned Wednesday the order of the High Court of Karnataka which had quashed the complaint and chargesheet against an accused public servant. The court ruled that Section 197 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) does not provide blanket immunity to every act or omission of a public servant during their service. The two-judge bench of the apex court, consisting of Justice Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan, rendered a verdict in Shadakshari v.
HowAppealing
JANUARY 18, 2024
“Dobbs Didn’t Reduce Abortions. The Anti-Abortion Movement Needs a New Vision.” Daniel K. Williams will have this guest essay in Friday’s edition of The New York Times. The post “Dobbs Didn’t Reduce Abortions. The Anti-Abortion Movement Needs a New Vision.” appeared first on How Appealing.
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2024
Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court invalidated on Wednesday, for the first time ever, a presidential pardon to former member of Parliament Duminda Silva. In a unanimous ruling, the court found that there was “no legal basis or even a factual basis to uphold the decision made by” former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to pardon Silva. Silva and four others were convicted in 2016 by the High Court for the murder of politician Bharatha Lakshman Premachandra and were sentenced to death.
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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.
HowAppealing
JANUARY 18, 2024
“Will the Supreme Court Show a Little Humility?” Law professor Jody Freeman and Andrew Mergen have this guest essay online at The New York Times. The post “Will the Supreme Court Show a Little Humility?” appeared first on How Appealing.
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2024
The UK government Wednesday published letters regarding how civil servants should follow the Safety of Rwanda Bill. The letters, issued between the Cabinet Office and the Home Office, were published just hours before the House of Commons passed the bill, which seeks to bypass the courts and implement the government’s plan to send some asylum seekers to pursue their claims in Rwanda.
HowAppealing
JANUARY 18, 2024
“What to Know About the Federal Law at the Heart of the Latest Supreme Court Abortion Case; The federal Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act, known as EMTALA, requires hospitals to provide medically necessary care to stabilize patients in emergency situations”: Pam Belluck of The New York Times has this report. The post “What to Know About the Federal Law at the Heart of the Latest Supreme Court Abortion Case; The federal Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act, known as
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2024
Two filmmakers of a film banned in Malaysia were charged on Wednesday with “hurting religious feelings” due to the contents of their film. Nine human rights organizations have condemned the criminal charges as breaches of the right to freedom of opinion and expression. The film, Mentega Terbang, debuted at a film festival in 2021. It centers around a Muslim girl dealing with questions about life after death.
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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.
HowAppealing
JANUARY 18, 2024
“The Supreme Court Is Now Complicit in Texas’ Armed Standoff With the Feds”: Mark Joseph Stern has this Jurisprudence essay online at Slate. The post “The Supreme Court Is Now Complicit in Texas’ Armed Standoff With the Feds” appeared first on How Appealing.
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2024
Russian LGBTQ+ rights organization SOS Crisis Group reported on Wednesday that Rizvan Dadaev, a Chechen who was detained due to his sexual orientation, managed to escape from Russia with assistance from the organization after being tortured. LGBTQ+ people have a history of persecution in Russia and its Chechnya region. Dadaev, a resident of Chechnya’s capital Grozny, reportedly faced detention and torture due to his sexual orientation.
HowAppealing
JANUARY 18, 2024
“Could Justice O’Connor Have Revoked Her Retirement Decision? Exploring some ‘what ifs?’ and Arlen Specter’s gambit.” Ed Whelan has this post at his “Confirmation Tales” Substack site. The post “Could Justice O’Connor Have Revoked Her Retirement Decision? Exploring some ‘what ifs?’ and Arlen Specter’s gambit.” appeared first on How Appealing.
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2024
Ecuadorian prosecutor César Suárez, who was in charge of investigating the on-air attack on a television station, was shot Wednesday while on his way to a court hearing. Local media reported that the vehicle that Suárez was driving was intercepted on the street and was shot at twenty times, killing Suárez immediately. Ecuador’s Attorney General Diana Salazar announced that her office began investigations into the case later in the day.
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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.
HowAppealing
JANUARY 18, 2024
“Sam Alito Suddenly Unconcerned About Judges Ruling Based On Their Policy Preferences; The right spent years railing against the scourge of ‘judicial activism’; Now that conservatives control the courts, they feel a little differently”: Madiba K. Dennie has this post at Balls and Strikes. And at “Dorf on Law,” Michael C.
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2024
Amnesty International found that it is now riskier to flee persecution in the North Caucasus region of Russia due to the ongoing war in Ukraine and stigmatization in Europe. In a report published on Thursday, Amnesty International urged European governments should stop transferring at-risk individuals to Russia to protect their human rights. The Thursday report highlighted that European governments persist in deporting individuals, including Chechens, back to Russia despite worsening human right
HowAppealing
JANUARY 18, 2024
“Sixth Circuit Upholds Exclusion of Unvaccinated from Jury Pool”: Stephen McConnell has this post at the “Drug & Device Law” blog about a recent decision of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. The post “Sixth Circuit Upholds Exclusion of Unvaccinated from Jury Pool” appeared first on How Appealing.
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2024
Singapore’s former Transport Minister S Iswaran pleaded not guilty Thursday to 27 corruption charges, which include allegations of receiving items from billionaire Ong Beng Seng, the tycoon recognized for bringing Formula 1 (F1) to Singapore. Chee Hong Tat has been appointed as the new Transport Minister, succeeding Iswaran. Chee Hong Tat previously served as the acting Transport Minister, following Iswaran’s arrest.
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HowAppealing
JANUARY 18, 2024
“Phony Originalism Could Cost Florida Women Their Abortion Rights”: Adam Richardson has this Jurisprudence essay online at Slate. The post “Phony Originalism Could Cost Florida Women Their Abortion Rights” appeared first on How Appealing.
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2024
The European Parliament adopted a resolution on Wednesday, expressing concerns over Slovakia’s proposed criminal code reforms and the dissolution of the Special Prosecutor’s Office. The European Parliament is worried the moves potentially endanger the rule of law in Slovakia. Slovakia Prime Minister Robert Fico introduced reforms in December.
HowAppealing
JANUARY 18, 2024
“FBI Effort to Moot No Fly List Case Deserves Judges’ Skepticism”: Hannah Mullen has this essay online at Bloomberg Law. The post “FBI Effort to Moot No Fly List Case Deserves Judges’ Skepticism” appeared first on How Appealing.
JURIST
JANUARY 18, 2024
Thailand activist and lawyer Arnon Nampa received his second conviction and four more years of imprisonment Wednesday for a case of royal defamation related to social media posts from 2021. Defamation of Thai royalty is a punishable offence under the Thai Criminal Code , referred to as the lese-majeste law. According to a report by Nampa’s volunteer organisation, Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR), Nampa has been sentenced to four years in prison by a Criminal Court in the “defam
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