Above The Law
APRIL 24, 2023
Some of the standard phrases are two-edged knives. Be sure you know how to handle them. The post Reading Between The Lines Of Legal Job Listings appeared first on Above the Law.
JURIST
APRIL 24, 2023
The US Supreme Court Monday heard oral arguments in Lac du Flambeau Band v. Coughlin, which focuses on the effect of the Bankruptcy Code on the sovereign immunity of Native American tribes. The court will consider the question of whether Congress intended to allow people to sue Native American tribes in bankruptcy disputes and will then determine whether the waiver of immunity under the Bankruptcy Reform Act for foreign or domestic government extends to these Native American tribes.
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The Crime Report
APRIL 24, 2023
Do innocent people really confess to horrific crimes they did not commit? Yes, they do. A masterful recent book from John Jay College of Criminal Justice Professor Saul Kassin, “ Duped: Why Innocent People Confess—and Why We Believe Their Confessions ,” proves it beyond any doubt. And Dr. Kassin’s book goes further than that. It shows how mobilizing scientific research about interrogations can reduce errors.
JURIST
APRIL 24, 2023
The US Supreme Court Monday agreed to hear two cases concerning public officials’ First Amendment rights on social media platforms under the US Constitution. In the first case, Lindke v. Freed , the court will consider whether a public official’s social media activity constitutes state action if the public official only used the social media for the purpose of their office or position.
Speaker: Kaitlyn "The Persnickety Paralegal" Story
Deposition preparation is a critical aspect of a paralegal's role, requiring meticulous attention to detail and proactive management of the case timeline. In this session, participants will explore how effective deposition preparation not only contributes to the success of the legal team but also helps maintain a balanced workflow, minimizing last-minute crises.
Above The Law
APRIL 24, 2023
There are professional consequences as well. The post Lawyer Convicted Of Flashing Schoolgirls; Barred From Wearing Short Shorts While Exercising In Public appeared first on Above the Law.
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Above The Law
APRIL 24, 2023
Did Tucker Carlson and Sean Hannity learn their lesson from the Dominion lawsuit? It depends what lesson you have in mind. The post 3 Final Thoughts On Dominion V. Fox appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
APRIL 24, 2023
UnitedHealth Group Inc. paid legal chief Rupert Bondy, a veteran general counsel who took on his current position a year ago, more than $11.3 million in 2022 as the company sparred with antitrust regulators over its purchase of Change Healthcare Inc., according to a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing.
ClimateChange-ClimateLaw
APRIL 24, 2023
Creator: George Stoyle The advisory opinion request to the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) on State Parties’ obligations under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS, Convention) to prevent, reduce, and control pollution of the marine environment from climate change, and to protect and preserve the marine environment in relation to climate change impacts raises critical legal questions.
Conflict of Laws
APRIL 24, 2023
We can feel it in the air but also in the incoming announcements – the summer is approaching. One of the great ways to spend a part of it is at a summer school. The University of Uidne (Italy) is the host to the 16th edition of the summer school Consumer’s Rights and Market Regulation in the European Union , to be held on 12-21 July 2023.
Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader
In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a
Law 360
APRIL 24, 2023
Paramount Global has agreed to settle for $167.5 million remaining claims in a Delaware Chancery Court suit filed by stockholders more than three years ago challenging the terms and fairness of CBS Corp.'s $30 billion acquisition of Viacom Inc. in late 2019.
Above The Law
APRIL 24, 2023
When it comes to zero trust, there’s 'a lot of buzz' on things like secure facilities and networks, but not as much emphasis on 'how do we watch and make sure it’s staying that way,' one expert said. The post Zero Trust Is The Pentagon’s New Cyber Buzzword. It Might Not Have Stopped The Discord Leaks. appeared first on Above the Law.
Law 360
APRIL 24, 2023
The Delaware judge overseeing a stockholder challenge to AMC Entertainment's controversial stock conversion proposal said Monday she will seek help to review the flood of comments, letters, requests to intervene and objections the court has received to a proposed settlement of the case.
Above The Law
APRIL 24, 2023
* Law schools defiantly bucked U.S. News and World Report. Now they face the inevitable consequences of their own actions. [ NY Times ] * Elon Musk's management of Twitter just keeps getting worse. [ Bloomberg Law News ] * NFT insider trading case begins. [ Reuters ] * Bed Bath & Beyond files for bankruptcy amid sagging Beyond sales. [ Law360 ] * Associate latering down 66 percent. [ American Lawyer ] * Fox's Dominion settlement likely to only cost the company about three-fourths of the tota
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ABA Journal
APRIL 24, 2023
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Above The Law
APRIL 24, 2023
Is Yale Still #1? Your Guess Is As Good As Mine : US News said sike on their previous T14 ranking. Finally, An Actual Potential Free Speech Facebook Issue : Can politicians block their constituents ? Lawyer Convicted Of Flashing Schoolgirls During His Runs : May attract media attention indeed. Hate Being A Team Player? : Wait until you see what it's like being the whole team.
Patently O
APRIL 24, 2023
by Dennis Crouch The Supreme Court denied certiorari in Thaler v. Vidal , a case involving inventor Dr. Stephen Thaler’s attempt to patent an invention created by his artificial intelligence (AI) system, DABUS. Thaler argued that DABUS, not himself or any other human, conceived the invention and identified its significance. However, both the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) maintained that US patent laws require a hu
Above The Law
APRIL 24, 2023
The Supreme Court will take any case to distract us from Clarence Thomas being bankrolled for the last 20 years, huh? The post People Annoying You On Facebook? Block Them. Unless You Are A Government Official, Maybe? appeared first on Above the Law.
Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global
In the fast-paced world of corporate finance, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for sustainable growth and profitability. This exclusive webinar with leading expert Hilary Akhaabi, PhD, will teach you practical ways to navigate complex financial landscapes and enhance your company's revenue management capabilities. Whether you're aiming to refine your financial strategies or seeking innovative solutions to drive performance, this new session is for you!
LLRX
APRIL 24, 2023
As services like ChatGPT continue to grow in terms of both its capabilities and usage – including in education and academia – Professor Stephen Dobson asks. it high time for universities to revert to the time-tested oral exam?
Above The Law
APRIL 24, 2023
Going solo is a whole team's worth of work. The post Few Things Make You Appreciate A Team Like Going Solo appeared first on Above the Law.
LLRX
APRIL 24, 2023
In this article, Saikiran Chandha , CEO and founder of SciSpace, discusses the impact of GPT-3 and related models on research, the potential question marks, and the steps that scholarly publishers can take to protect their interests.
Above The Law
APRIL 24, 2023
Partner compensation ain't what it once was. The post Partners At This Biglaw Firm Aren’t Making As Much Money As They Used To appeared first on Above the Law.
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L4SB
APRIL 24, 2023
You’ve just started your business and you’re ready to make it official. But what documents do you need to file to get things rolling? To establish a corporation, the process.
Above The Law
APRIL 24, 2023
But can he get out from under the trial judge? The post Alvin Bragg Bails Out Of Suit To Block Former Prosecutor Testifying To House Judiciary Committee appeared first on Above the Law.
At the Lectern
APRIL 24, 2023
Earlier this month, Governor Gavin Newsom asked the Supreme Court to allow him to commute Elaine Wong ’s 1981 sentence of life without parole plus 17 years for first degree murder, two counts of attempted murder, assault with intent to commit murder, and robbery with sentence enhancements. (See here.) The court lodged the request and accompanying documents as confidential.
Law 360
APRIL 24, 2023
In light of growing practical concerns about risks and challenges posed by artificial intelligence, lawyers' experience with the skill of discernment will position them to help address new ethical and moral dilemmas and ensure that AI is developed and deployed in a way that benefits society as a whole, says Jennifer Gibbs at Zelle.
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LLRX
APRIL 24, 2023
During El Niño, a swath of ocean stretching 6,000 miles (about 10,000 kilometers) westward off the coast of Ecuador warms for months on end, typically by 2 to 4 degrees Fahrenheit (about 1 to 2 degrees Celsius). A few degrees may not seem like much, but in that part of the world, it’s more than enough to completely reorganize wind, rainfall and temperature patterns all over the planet.
Law 360
APRIL 24, 2023
Commonwealth Edison's former CEO and three of its former lobbyists are simply "collateral damage" in the federal government's pursuit of powerful ex-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, and the bribery conspiracy charges they face reflect prosecutors' attempt to criminalize politics and legal lobbying, Chicago federal jurors heard Monday.
LawSites
APRIL 24, 2023
Last December, LegalOn , one of Japan’s largest providers of AI contract review technology to corporations and law firms, announced its expansion into the U.S. market , offering limited early access to its product to select users and organizations. Today, LegalOn is making its platform commercially available to all customers in the U.S., and as it does, it is releasing a new feature, AI Revise, which it says is the “first AI contract editing tool enhanced by expert legal knowledge.&
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