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Unlocking Insights with Visual Legal Metric Dashboards

CARET Legal

Visual legal metric dashboards offer a holistic view of your firm’s performance, empowering you to stay ahead in a competitive market. Having a centralized, visual tool for monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) is crucial for law firms that need real-time access to critical data to make informed decisions, improve operational efficiency, and ultimately enhance client service.

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Bangladesh authorities announce end to 11-day Internet shutdown

JURIST

The Bangladeshi Minister for Posts, Telecommunications, and Information Technology, Zunaid Ahmed Palak, announced Sunday that 4G mobile internet services would be restored after an 11-day nationwide blackout. However, access to social media platforms such as WhatsApp, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube would remain restricted. The blackout was implemented on July 17 by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s government in response to widespread student protests.

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Shaken-baby murder conviction overturned after defendant offers evidence questioning diagnosis

ABA Journal

The Michigan Supreme Court has granted a new trial to a woman convicted of killing her infant daughter by shaking her, holding that proposed expert…

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Bangladesh home minister reports 147 confirmed dead in quota reform protests

JURIST

In his first official statement regarding the recent civil unrest in Bangladesh, Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan confirmed on Sunday that at least 147 people have died during the violent clashes sparked by student protests over government job quotas. This announcement follows weeks of nationwide turmoil , marking the deadliest unrest in the country in over a decade.

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The Tech-Savvy Paralegal's 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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Law Professor Exercises Free Speech Right To Demonstrate That He Doesn’t Understand Free Speech

Above The Law

Jonathan Turley thinks independent company merely flagging false claims on the internet poses a free speech violation because. reasons. The post Law Professor Exercises Free Speech Right To Demonstrate That He Doesn’t Understand Free Speech appeared first on Above the Law.

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The Only Two People Going To Jail Over The Whole ‘Turn Kodak Into A Pharmaceutical Company With Government Money’ Thing Didn’t Work For Kodak Or The Government

Above The Law

Funny that, no? The post The Only Two People Going To Jail Over The Whole ‘Turn Kodak Into A Pharmaceutical Company With Government Money’ Thing Didn’t Work For Kodak Or The Government appeared first on Above the Law.

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Customer should have known boneless chicken wings can contain bones, top state court says in tossing suit

ABA Journal

A restaurant customer can’t sue for negligence after a chicken bone became lodged in his throat while eating boneless chicken wings, the Ohio Supreme Court…

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After Only Six Years, DOJ Admits It Was Maybe Wrong To Leak Strzok And Page’s Personal Texts

Above The Law

Ya think? The post After Only Six Years, DOJ Admits It Was Maybe Wrong To Leak Strzok And Page’s Personal Texts appeared first on Above the Law.

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Far-right activist Tommy Robinson arrested under Terrorism Act 2000 following protest

JURIST

British anti-Islam Tommy Robinson was arrested on Sunday July 28 following a protest he organized in London under schedule seven of the Terrorism Act 2000. Robinson was released earlier today, July 29, at 12:15 am on bail. Robinson, who was a part of several far-right political groups in the UK, previously served as a political advisor to former UK Independence Party (UKIP) leader Gerard Batten and was named deputy leader of the fascist group British Freedom Party (BFP).

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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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Utah Law School Graduate Walks Stage A Little Later Than Expected

Above The Law

Better late than never! The post Utah Law School Graduate Walks Stage A Little Later Than Expected appeared first on Above the Law.

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Libya court convicts twelve for role in deadly floods that killed thousands

JURIST

A Libyan court sentenced twelve individuals on Sunday who were previously held to have played a part in deadly floods in 2023. The floods were caused by two dams which collapsed and killed thousands in Libya. The Derna Criminal Court heard cases against sixteen officials who managed the dams that collapsed last year, of which twelve were sentenced for mismanagement and negligence.

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The Law Schools With The Most Diverse Faculty (2024)

Above The Law

These law schools are taking diversity and inclusion seriously in their faculty hiring. The post The Law Schools With The Most Diverse Faculty (2024) appeared first on Above the Law.

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Want to nap at work or hop on a Peloton? These law firms have the amenities

ABA Journal

The ABA Journal is read by half of the nation's 1 million lawyers every month. It covers the trends, people and finances of the legal profession from Wall Street to Main Street to Pennsylvania Avenue.

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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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Is This Year’s Bar Exam A Disaster?

Above The Law

Asking for a friend. The post Is This Year’s Bar Exam A Disaster? appeared first on Above the Law.

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Slide Show Formatting Basics

LLRX

Legal tech expert and frequent speaker Jerry Lawson affirms that the best substantive presentation material looks even better if packaged well. Formatting slide shows is an art. Compliance with some basic slide show formatting principles won’t make you Monet, but will put you on the road to being a passable PowerPoint artist. Lawson shares his presentation tips and techniques.

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Biglaw’s Best In Tax

Above The Law

Congrats to the top-rated tax practice. The post Biglaw’s Best In Tax appeared first on Above the Law.

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HRW urges Australia to demand concrete human rights benchmarks in negotiations with Vietnam

JURIST

Human Rights Watch (HRW) on Sunday issued a submission urging the Australian government to press the Vietnamese government on human rights by seeking clear, concrete, and measurable benchmarks for progress in upcoming meetings. The five main points of the submission were to release political prisoners and people detained without cause, to stop persecuting environmental activists, to respect labor rights, to guarantee due process for criminal suspects and defendants, and to stop restricting peopl

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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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Harnessing The Power Of A.I. To Elevate Fake Lawyering

Above The Law

A new wrinkle in the 'lawyers misusing ChatGPT' story. The post Harnessing The Power Of A.I. To Elevate Fake Lawyering appeared first on Above the Law.

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5 civilians dead and 15 wounded in Ukraine province following Russia strikes

JURIST

Russian military officers allegedly killed five civilians and wounded 15 on Saturday following strikes in the Donetsk province, Ukraine. Vadym Filashkin, the governor of the province, reported that the shelling wounded more civilians, including children. Three people were killed in Ivanivka, one in Kostiantynivka, and one in Toretsk. In total, over the last 24 hours, Russian armed forces fired 23 times at localities in the Donetsk region.

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“Medical worker on trial in leak of Justice Ginsburg’s health records; A former organ transplant coordinator is charged with violating Ginsburg’s privacy in the release of medical records first posted to the online message board 4chan”

HowAppealing

“Medical worker on trial in leak of Justice Ginsburg’s health records; A former organ transplant coordinator is charged with violating Ginsburg’s privacy in the release of medical records first posted to the online message board 4chan”: Salvador Rizzo of The Washington Post has this report.

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Think Like A Lawyer: Dance The Legal Standard Two-Step

Law 360

From rookie brief writers to Chief Justice John Roberts, lawyers should master the legal standard two-step — framing the governing standard at the outset, and clarifying why they meet that standard — which has benefits for both the drafter and reader, says Luke Andrews at Poole Huffman.

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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.

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“Judge David Tatel and a New Perspective on the Court: David S. Tatel explains how SCOTUS went astray, and the lessons he learned during his time on the bench.”

HowAppealing

“Judge David Tatel and a New Perspective on the Court: David S. Tatel explains how SCOTUS went astray, and the lessons he learned during his time on the bench.” You can access the new episode of Slate’s “Amicus” podcast via this link.

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Takeaways From Tossed Deal In Visa, Mastercard Class Action

Law 360

Given the rejection of a proposed deal in the long-running merchant antitrust class action against Visa and Mastercard in New York federal court, sweetening the proposed settlement pot likely will not be an option, leaving few possible outcomes including splitting the class and allowing opt-outs, say attorneys at Davis Wright.

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“Project 2025: 900 Pages and 100% Deranged.”

HowAppealing

“Project 2025: 900 Pages and 100% Deranged.” You can access today’s new episode of the “Strict Scrutiny” podcast via this link.

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Midsize Boston Firm Searching For Merger Partner After Losing Half Its Lawyers, But Things Are Getting Tough

Above The Law

Is it time to wave goodbye to this firm, or will a merger partner come to its rescue? The post Midsize Boston Firm Searching For Merger Partner After Losing Half Its Lawyers, But Things Are Getting Tough appeared first on Above the Law.

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The New Way of Conducting Patent Research: Proven Strategies For Efficient Due Diligence

Speaker: Andrew Klein

Patent due diligence processes take too long. The information you need is publicly available but accessing it is often tedious & inefficient, requiring you to wade through dozens of PTO websites or for-free tools to gather what you need. Plus, it frequently occurs late in the game, leaving professionals under pressure, sifting through chaotic 100-page PDFs, and frustrated with poorly formatted information & patent numbers.