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“Long after the courts shut down for covid, the pain of delayed justice lingers”

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“Long after the courts shut down for covid, the pain of delayed justice lingers”: Griff Witte and Mark Berman of The Washington Post have this report.

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European Court of Human Rights finds Georgia complicit in violence against LGBT demonstrators

JURIST

The European Court of Human Rights Thursday held against Georgia in a case concerning an attack on LGBT protestors in the capital city Tbilisi. Amidst threats of a counter-demonstration by ultra-conservative NGOs and clergymen, senior officials of the Ministry of the Interior had guaranteed the safety of the applicants, a group of 35 Georgian nationals and two LGBT rights advocacy groups, during a 20-minute silent flash mob on the International Day Against Homophobia.

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The process of tenant eviction in Roseville: step by step guide

LDA PRO

Even with the greatest renters, there is still the potential eviction. If you are thinking of tenant eviction in Roseville, you should know how to proceed and what to expect during the process. Before you begin, please read this guide. It is crucial to remember that exact rules may differ based on your state or local laws, so make sure to verify them to ensure you are behaving legally.

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Afghanistan dispatches: Islamic foreign ministers meeting holds out little hope of recognizing Taliban

JURIST

Law students and lawyers in Afghanistan are filing reports with JURIST on the situation there after the Taliban takeover. Here, a Staff Correspondent for JURIST in Kabul reports on the outcome of Sunday’s extraordinary meeting of the Organization for Islamic Cooperation on Afghanistan. For privacy and security reasons, we are withholding his name.

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Transforming eDiscovery: Document Summarization, Sentiment Analysis, And Chatbots Take Center Stage

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.

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Quinn Emanuel Will Allow Lawyers To Work Remotely, Indefinitely, From Anywhere In The Country

Above The Law

Is this the first of many Am Law 100 firms to make such a move? The post Quinn Emanuel Will Allow Lawyers To Work Remotely, Indefinitely, From Anywhere In The Country appeared first on Above the Law.

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‘Invisibility’ of Prosecutor Misconduct Erodes Trust: PA Report

The Crime Report

The lack of transparency about the extent of prosecutorial misconduct in the U.S. undermines the legitimacy of the justice system, says the Quattrone Center for the Fair Administration of Justice. While a number of states have adopted measures to address instances where prosecutors fail to provide timely evidence that could prevent the conviction of innocent individuals or neglect other rules of procedure, the aberrant conduct is largely “invisible” to public scrutiny in most jurisdictions acros

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UK high court holds that Home Office breached Windrush members’ human rights

JURIST

The UK high court’s administrative court Thursday ruled that the human rights of two Windrush members were breached by the Home Office. The court held that the claimants, Vernon Vanriel and Eunice Tumi, were denied citizenship purely because they failed to comply with the five years rule , as they were not present in the UK on the date exactly five years before they filed the application.

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Sixth Circuit Brutally Roasts Fifth Circuit So Bad It Should Be An OSHA Violation

Above The Law

In fairness, the Fifth Circuit did this to itself. The post Sixth Circuit Brutally Roasts Fifth Circuit So Bad It Should Be An OSHA Violation appeared first on Above the Law.

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“The Supreme Court’s Covid Vaccine Test: Justices have to decide if they want to let OSHA rewrite the law.”

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“The Supreme Court’s Covid Vaccine Test: Justices have to decide if they want to let OSHA rewrite the law.” This editorial will appear in Tuesday’s edition of The Wall Street Journal.

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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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The Best Law Schools For Women (2022)

Above The Law

Law school may be the perfect place for women in America to prove that the future is female. The post The Best Law Schools For Women (2022) appeared first on Above the Law.

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“The Supreme Court found a Sonoma County man’s arrest illegal. A state appeals court upheld his conviction anyway.”

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“The Supreme Court found a Sonoma County man’s arrest illegal. A state appeals court upheld his conviction anyway.” Bob Egelko of The San Francisco Chronicle has this report. You can access today’s ruling of the California Court of Appeal for the First Appellate District at this link.

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ATL Holiday Card Contest: The Finalists! (2021)

Above The Law

Which of these law firm holiday cards is the best of 2021? Cast your vote! The post ATL Holiday Card Contest: The Finalists! (2021) appeared first on Above the Law.

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“The Supreme Court opened the door to legal vigilantism in Texas. California will use the same tool to save lives.”

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“The Supreme Court opened the door to legal vigilantism in Texas. California will use the same tool to save lives.” California Governor Gavin Newsom has this essay online at The Washington Post.

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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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Cops in Alberta, Canada Empowered to Offer Addiction Treatment to Arrestees

The Crime Report

The Canadian province of Alberta has launched a first-of-its-kind program that will allow police officers in the major cities of Edmonton and Calgary, as well as constables of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in some rural areas, to offer addiction treatment to those taken into custody, reports CBC. Officers will be empowered to provide Sublocade, a drug used to treat opioid addiction that provides stabilization and reduces cravings for 30 days.

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“How the Supreme Court Could Shake Up Disney’s Spider-Man Plans: William Morris Endeavor, SAG-AFTRA and a bunch of comic book heirs are quietly backing a petition to the high court — one that could be a real game-changer.”

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“How the Supreme Court Could Shake Up Disney’s Spider-Man Plans: William Morris Endeavor, SAG-AFTRA and a bunch of comic book heirs are quietly backing a petition to the high court — one that could be a real game-changer.” Eriq Gardner has this post at the “THR, Esq.” blog of The Hollywood Reporter about a petition for writ of certiorari pending at the U.S.

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2 law schools found to be out compliance with ABA’s bar passage standard

ABA Journal

The Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco and the Western New England University School of Law in Massachusetts recently received notices …

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“Wisconsin Supreme Court agrees to hear case over COVID-19 restrictions”

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“Wisconsin Supreme Court agrees to hear case over COVID-19 restrictions”: Patrick Marley of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel has this report. And Allison Garfield, Jessie Opoien, and Scott Girard of The Cap Times report that “ Wisconsin Supreme Court will hear challenge to Dane County mask mandate.

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California Civil Discovery Act Undergoes Significant Overhaul

Short article looking at the new CCP 2016.

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Client Onboarding 101 with Adam Schweickert of Wetmore Consulting Group

The Process Street

Adam Schweickert at Wetmore Consulting Group uses Process Street to help their clients document, improve, and automate their processes. Out of Wetmore Consulting Group, we’ve built a company that now focuses solely on identifying, documenting, and then building our clients processes within Process Street. So, that’s how our company came about. That’s what we do. – Adam Schweickert.

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“A Plan Forms in Mexico: Help Americans Get Abortions; Mexican activists plan to provide women in Texas and other U.S. states with information, support — and abortion-inducing pills.”

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“A Plan Forms in Mexico: Help Americans Get Abortions; Mexican activists plan to provide women in Texas and other U.S. states with information, support — and abortion-inducing pills.” Natalie Kitroeff of The New York Times has this report.

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Most Cited Supreme Court Patent Cases Since 1952

Patently O

by Dennis Crouch. Lots of the new learning in patent law over the past decade has focused on patent eligibility. But, none of the eligibility cases (new or old) show up in my list of the most cited Supreme Court cases. Markman v. Westview Instruments, Inc., 517 U.S. 370 (1996) (claim construction); Christianson v. Colt Industries Operating Corp., 486 U.S. 800 (1988) (arising under jurisdiction); eBay Inc. v.

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In today’s mail

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In today’s mail: I received a copy of Sixth Circuit Chief Judge Jeffrey S. Sutton ‘s new book, “ Who Decides? States as Laboratories of Constitutional Experimentation.

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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.

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Morning Docket: 12.20.21

Above The Law

* The line of men prepared for Jan. 6th 2: Treasonous Bugaloo is already starting to form. [ Newsweek ]. * Weed is legal in Virginia — unless you’re on a college campus. How else will students earn high scores? [ Richmond Times-Dispatch ]. * The fight to push history out of schools is targeting libraries now. Totally normal. [ UPI ]. * Burning out from zealous advocacy?

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“Two New Papers to SSRN: Gaming Certiorari and Civil Rights Litigation in the Lower Courts.”

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“Two New Papers to SSRN: Gaming Certiorari and Civil Rights Litigation in the Lower Courts.” Aaron L. Nielson has this post at the “Notice & Comment” blog of the Yale Journal on Regulation.

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How Law360 Pulse Tracks Diversity In The Legal Industry [Sponsored]

Above The Law

Data projects leader Kerry Benn discusses law firm diversity data and upcoming offerings from Law360 Pulse. . The post How Law360 Pulse Tracks Diversity In The Legal Industry appeared first on Above the Law.

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“What Is Stare Decisis, and Why Is It Intellectually Hollow B t? There are no rules for when the Supreme Court can overturn its precedent. There is only the question of whether there are five votes to do it.”

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“What Is Stare Decisis, and Why Is It Intellectually Hollow B t? There are no rules for when the Supreme Court can overturn its precedent. There is only the question of whether there are five votes to do it.” Elie Mystal has this post at Balls and Strikes.

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Optimizing Contract Management and Enhancing Team Collaboration: Insights from a Legal Operations Perspective

Speaker: Adina Marta Newman

Learn about a world of effective contract management and seamless teamwork across departments in this upcoming webinar from Cobblestone Software. You'll discover practical strategies and tips that legal professionals can use to streamline contract processes and enhance collaboration, making significant impact across legal and corporate departments. Join us as we show how you can supercharge contract processes, improve team communication, and take your contributions to the next level.