Sat.Feb 11, 2023

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US EPA announces $1B program for superfund projects to clean up 22 toxic waste sites

JURIST

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Friday announced that there will be “superfund” projects to clean up 22 toxic waste sites across the US. These projects will receive $1 billion from the federal superfund program to help remove the backlog of hazardous sites. Under the 2021 bipartisan infrastructure bill , the EPA was able to receive $1 billion in funding as part of a $3.5 billion deal.

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“Marching Orders”

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“Marching Orders”: You can access today’s new episode of the “Divided Argument” podcast via this link. The post “Marching Orders” appeared first on How Appealing.

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UK government rejects call to resentence prisoners facing indeterminate jail terms

JURIST

The UK government Thursday rejected a call by the Justice Committee to resentence prisoners facing indeterminate jail terms under the abolished Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) scheme. This poses a major challenge to nearly 3,000 prisoners who were sentenced when the legislation was still in place but remain in prison despite the Committee’s proposal to have them resentenced.

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“The Supreme Court thinks it’s special. It’s not. Reporters should cover the justices like any other part of government.”

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“The Supreme Court thinks it’s special. It’s not. Reporters should cover the justices like any other part of government.” Chris Geidner has this essay online at CNBC. The post “The Supreme Court thinks it’s special. It’s not. Reporters should cover the justices like any other part of government.” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Recipe for a Failed CLM Implementation

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.

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UK police arrest 15 for violent disorder during Liverpool-area anti-asylum protest

JURIST

Merseyside, UK police Friday arrested 15 individuals on suspicion of violent disorder during a February 10 anti-asylum protest outside of a Knowsley hotel where asylum-seekers are being lodged. Witnesses claimed that police vehicles were set alight , but no injuries were reported. It is unclear if those arrested are affiliated with far-right political groups.

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Texas Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against New Biden Administration Weapons Rule

LegalReader

The lawsuit alleges that a new A.T.F. rule defining handguns with stabilizing braces as a form of short-barreled rifle could have massive implications for millions of Americans.

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“Justice Department standards on federal death penalty called confusing”

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“Justice Department standards on federal death penalty called confusing”: David Nakamura of The Washington Post has this report. The post “Justice Department standards on federal death penalty called confusing” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, February 11, 2023

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Privacy and cybersecurity issues impact every aspect of our lives – home, work, travel, education, health and medical records – to name but a few. On a weekly basis Pete Weiss highlights articles and information that focus on the increasingly complex and wide ranging ways technology is used to compromise and diminish our privacy and online security, often without our situational awareness.

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“Biden’s Justice Department is using a law meant to protect abortion clinics in defense of a crisis pregnancy center”

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“Biden’s Justice Department is using a law meant to protect abortion clinics in defense of a crisis pregnancy center”: Bob Egelko of The San Francisco Chronicle has this report. The post “Biden’s Justice Department is using a law meant to protect abortion clinics in defense of a crisis pregnancy center” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Contract Lifecycle Management: A Business Enabler Exploring On-Ground Challenges

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.

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Family Sues Kenosha Schools After Officer Kneels on 12-Year-Old Girl’s Neck

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An attorney for the defendant officer suggested that his client suffered grievous injuries while attempting to break up the fight between two 12-year-old girls.

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“How software patents are like armed career criminals: (They are mostly not alike.)”

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“How software patents are like armed career criminals: (They are mostly not alike.)” Adam Unikowsky has this post at his “Adam’s Legal Newsletter” Substack site. The post “How software patents are like armed career criminals: (They are mostly not alike.)” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Transgender Advocacy Organization Sues South Dakota Gov. Noem

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A spokesperson for Noem's office claimed that a state contract with the Transformation Project was signed without the governor's knowledge and consent.

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“Please be advised that registration for the 2023 Third Circuit Judicial Conference is now open.”

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“Please be advised that registration for the 2023 Third Circuit Judicial Conference is now open.” The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit posted this announcement online yesterday. You can access more information, and register to attend, via this link. The conference will take place from May 10 to May 12, 2023 at the Hilton Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing.

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California Civil Discovery Act Undergoes Significant Overhaul

Short article looking at the new CCP 2016.

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Buyback Tax Regs Must Be Practical, Treasury Official Says

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The IRS and Treasury are working to get out proposed rules on the new excise tax on stock repurchases while also trying to ensure that the agency can administer and enforce the rules, a Treasury official said Saturday.

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Unleash the Power of Automations: Killer Webhooks Examples

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Most businesses waste way too much time on mundane recurring tasks that detract from high-level work. So what’s the solution? Use automation to eliminate as much recurring work as possible. The result is improved productivity (as much as 20-25% according to McKinsey). About 66% of businesses have automated at least one business process, and it is expected that about 69% of all managerial work will be completely automated by 2024.

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Report: 23 Baltimore Schools Had Zero Students Proficient in Math

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I recently wrote about how public schools and boards are making the case for school choice advocates with failing scores and rising controversies. The latest shocking statistic was released this week that 23 schools in Baltimore City had zero students who tested proficient in math. Those schools include 10 high schools, eight elementary schools, three Middle/High schools and two Elementary/Middle schools.

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“Twenty-two Republican AGs support lawsuit to end access to mifepristone abortion drug; Hours later, 22 Democratic AGs opposed the lawsuit in their own filing; The filings come in a closely watched case brought in Texas by a conservative group”

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“Twenty-two Republican AGs support lawsuit to end access to mifepristone abortion drug; Hours later, 22 Democratic AGs opposed the lawsuit in their own filing; The filings come in a closely watched case brought in Texas by a conservative group”: Chris Geidner has this post at his “Law Dork” Substack site. The post “Twenty-two Republican AGs support lawsuit to end access to mifepristone abortion drug; Hours later, 22 Democratic AGs opposed the lawsuit in their own fi

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Dangers of Digital "Reporting": Legal Risks and Unreliable Transcripts

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.