Fri.Nov 29, 2024

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Rights group says ICC arrest warrant request for Myanmar military leader is decisive in ending impunity

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Secretary-General at Amnesty International , Agnès Callamard, welcomed on Wednesday the International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan’s decision to seek an arrest warrant for Myanmar military leader, Min Aung Hlaing regarding alleged crimes against humanity committed against the Rohingya minority. Callamard stated: Today’s announcement by the ICC prosecutor is a decisive step and an important signal – both for Myanmar and the rest of the world – that those who are allegedly resp

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USPTO Patent Grant Rate and Growing Backlog

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by Dennis Crouch The USPTO utility patent grant rate data reveals an interesting narrative of policy shifts and administrative changes over the past fifteen years. The graph shows a clear upward trajectory from a notable low point around December 2009, when the grant rate bottomed out near 50%, to recent levels hovering around 75-80%. This dramatic shift beginning in 2010 coincided with Director David Kappos taking the helm at the USPTO, marking a decisive break from the more restrictive patent

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Saudi Arabia detentions spark international concerns over freedom of expression

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Amnesty International urged Saudi Arabia on Thursday to release individuals who have been detained “solely for exercising their right to freedom of expression online.” Amnesty International stated that the releases must occur before the United Nations Internet Governance Forum (IGF), which Saudi Arabia will host from December 15 to 19. The rights group said Saudi Arabia can prove its commitment to respecting and upholding the IGF’s themes by safeguarding online freedom of expression

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“Amicus Practice at the Texas Supreme Court: Expanding argument time, a look at the differences between amicus practice at SCOTX and the U.S. Supreme Court, and a preview of next week’s certified question.”

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“Amicus Practice at the Texas Supreme Court: Expanding argument time, a look at the differences between amicus practice at SCOTX and the U.S. Supreme Court, and a preview of next week’s certified question.” Adam Shniderman has this post at his “14th & Colorado” Substack site.

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Case Closed: How to Optimize Your Legal Intake Process for Efficiency

Speaker: Anne Post, CEO North America, Xakia Technologies

Do you know that 40% of U.S. Legal Departments now have a formal legal intake process? With that in mind, where does your legal department stand today? Many legal teams still struggle with a flood of incoming requests, leaving everyone overwhelmed and frustrated. Implementing a formal legal intake process can seem like an obstacle between the business and the legal department, but it doesn’t have to be!

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Romania court mandates recount in first round of presidential election

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Romania’s Constitutional Court directed the Central Electoral Bureau on Thursday to reverify and recount all ballots cast in the first round of the presidential election. The court’s ruling, made in accordance with Article 146(f) of the Romanian Constitution, empowers the Constitutional Court to intervene in electoral disputes. The ruling therefore mandates the reexamination of both valid and null ballots from the election, with the court instructing the Central Electoral Bureau to recoun

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UK prime minister promises to reduce migration through legal reform

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer promised on Thursday to reduce the number of migrants entering the UK by overhauling the country’s points-based immigration system and by requiring businesses to train British workers. He made the announcement after the annual statistics on migration were published by the UK government, showing a fall in migration numbers since 2023.

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AI harm is often behind the scenes and builds over time – a legal scholar explains how the law can adapt to respond

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The often-overlooked consequences of AI applications call for regulatory frameworks that can keep pace with this rapidly evolving technology. Prof. Sylvia Lu studies the intersection of law and technology, and has outlined a legal framework to do just that.

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France to continue working closely with Netanyahu despite ICC arrest warrant

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France claimed on Wednesday it intends to continue to work closely with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and the other Israeli authorities despite the International Criminal Court’s recent arrest warrant against the Prime Minister of Israel. According to the French Foreign Ministry, under the Rome Statute, a State cannot be required to act inconsistently with its international obligations regarding the immunities that States not party to the International Criminal Court (ICC) enjoy.

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Book Review – Watchdogs: Inspectors General and the Battle for Honest and Accountable Government

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The 2024 election results have prompted discussion about the effectiveness of “guardrails” that might restrain Presidential activities that could harm the nation. Jerry Lawson's review notes that Glenn Fine’s new book, Watchdogs: Inspectors General and the Battle of Honest and Accountable Government is a timely and welcome contribution to the national debate.

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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.

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HCCH Monthly Update: September 2024

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Conventions & Instruments On 1 November 2024, the 2007 Child Support Convention entered into force for Kyrgyzstan. At present, 52 States and the European Union are bound by the 2007 Child Support Convention. More information is available here. On 21 November 2024, North Macedonia deposited its instrument of ratification of the 2005 Choice of Court Convention.

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UN expert urges Poland to address discrimination and violence against LGBT community

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A group of UN experts urged Poland to address entrenched discrimination and violence against the LGBT community through swift legislative and societal reforms on Friday. The expert’s statement follows a comprehensive country visit, between November 18 and 29, that revealed both promising progress and persistent challenges. The UN expert’s report highlights the enduring effects of discriminatory practices, such as the symbolic but impactful “LGBT-ideology free zones” estab

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Supreme Court to hear dispute over FDA rejection of flavored vapes

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Share The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on Monday in a dispute over the Food and Drug Administration’s rejection of two companies’ applications to sell flavored liquids for use in e-cigarettes. A federal appeals court in Louisiana set aside the FDA’s orders denying applications by Triton Distribution and Vapetasia, complaining that the agency had sent those companies and other makers of e-cigarette products “on a wild goose chase.

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Human rights organizations call on international community to protect abortion rights defenders

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A coalition of human rights organizations urged the international community on Friday to safeguard abortion care providers. A report , released on International Women Human Rights Defenders Day , outlines recommendations to ensure the protection of abortion rights defenders. Led by Amnesty International, the coalition includes prominent organizations such as the International Planned Parenthood Federation, Ipas, MSI Reproductive Choices, Organisation pour le Dialogue pour l’Avortement Sécurisé ,

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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The morning read for Friday, Nov. 29

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Share Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles and commentary related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Friday morning read: The Supreme Court will hear arguments over Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors (Mark Sherman & Geoff Mulvihill, The Associated Press) Supreme Court hosts government power struggle over flavored vapes (Kelsey Reichmann, Courthouse News Service) The Supreme Court restrained Trump last time.

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Thailand forcibly returns 6 Cambodian opposition activists

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Thai authorities have forcibly returned six Cambodian political opposition activists and a young child, Human Rights Watch reported Friday. The forcible removal puts the activists at risk of mistreatment and unfair trials in Cambodia according to the group. The six activists and one activist’s five-year-old grandson were arrested in Thailand on Sunday and forcibly removed the following day.

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Epps Loses Defamation Case Against Fox News

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Just months after a judge dismissed Nina Jankowicz’s much-hyped defamation lawsuit against Fox, a federal district court judge in Delaware, Judge Jennifer L. Hall, has dismissed Ray Epps’s defamation lawsuit. The Jan. 6 rioter said the network falsely identified him as an FBI informant. U.S. District Court Judge Jennifer L. Hall granted Fox News’ motion to dismiss the suit.

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Ontario judge dismisses lawsuit accusing Canada company of human rights abuses in Tanzania

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Ontario Superior Court Justice Edward Morgan on Wednesday dismissed a lawsuit accusing Canadian company Barrick Gold of committing human rights abuses against Tanzanian mine workers. Justice Morgan granted Barrick Gold’s application for forum non conveniens (inconvenient forum), agreeing that Tanzanian courts would be better suited to handle the case.

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Paralegal Power Move: Your Guide to Getting the Tech Tools That Maximize Your Time

Your time is valuable—and you know the right technology could help you do even more. From document management to client communication, modern tools can transform how you track deadlines, manage cases, and support your legal team. This practical playbook shows you how to: Compare and evaluate technology vendors Understand all costs and ROI potential Build a compelling presentation Handle common objections Pitch your solution like a pro Created by legal technology experts who understand how pivota

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Amnesty International urges Angola to investigate police brutality during protests

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Amnesty International urged Angola authorities on Wednesday to hold police officers accountable for injuring and killing people during protests between November 2020 and June 2023. The organization has also lamented the delay of justice for the victims of human rights violations. A report published by Amnesty International uncovered the use of excessive and unnecessary force by police during protests under President João Lourenço’s regime.

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Canada top court rules multi-crown litigation provision constitutional in opioid class action

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The Supreme Court of Canada ruled on Friday that the province of British Columbia (BC) may bring a class action on behalf of multiple governments in Canada for harm caused by opioids. Faced with a public health crisis caused by the opioid epidemic, BC enacted the Opioid Damages and Health Care Costs Recovery Act in 2018. This legislation creates a statutory cause of action against the manufacturers, distributors and consultations of opioid drugs for causing or contributing to opioid-related dis