Diane Drain

APRIL 16, 2022

ARIZONA IS ONE OF 2 STATES THAT WILL TAKE YOUR TAX REFUND IF THIS HAPPENS. SHOULD THE LAW CHANGE? By RUSS WILES, Arizona Republic (reprinted for educational purposes only). Tens of millions of Americans look forward to income-tax refunds as a way to pay down debt, buy necessities and otherwise get their finances back in order. For many people, refunds represent the largest one-time payment they will receive all year. ‘We’d use it to buy clothing, shoes and stuff the kids might need

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APRIL 16, 2022

Australia Thursday imposed financial sanctions on 14 Russian state-owned enterprises. These targeted sanctions are aimed at entities of “ strategic and economic importance” to Russia. . The sanctions have been imposed on electronic company Ruselectronics, transportation company Russian Railways, transportation company Kamaz, shipping company SEVMASH, and shipping company United Shipbuilding Corporation.

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APRIL 16, 2022

In the judgment in Owens Bank, C-129/92 , the Court of Justice held that the Brussels Convention does not apply to proceedings in a Contracting State concerning the enforcement of judgment given in civil and commercial matters in non-contracting State. However, that judgment does not clarify whether the Convention applies to a judgment issued in a Contracting State on the basis of a judgment from a non-contracting State and, maybe more accurately, to proceedings concerning its enforcement in a d

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JURIST

APRIL 16, 2022

ABN Amro, the third-largest Dutch bank, issued an apology Wednesday for its predecessors’ involvement in the Atlantic slave trade during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The bank worked with the International Institute of Social History to investigate the histories of two of the bank’s predecessors, Hope & Co. and Mees & Zoonen.

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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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APRIL 16, 2022

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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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

Workers who plead guilty to an offence still have a lawful avenue to potentially avoid a career-threatening penalty.

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APRIL 16, 2022

Further to the announcement of the release of the book edited by Dr Poomintr Sooksripaisarnkit and Dharmita Prasad entitled Blurry Boundaries of Public and Private International Law: Towards Convergence or Divergent Still (Springer 2022) earlier in this portal, the editors of the book are organising a virtual book launch to engage further in conversations surrounding the themes of the book.

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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

Incudes the most common reasons for visa cancellations, avenues for review and appeal, and consequences of cancellation.

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JonathanTurley

APRIL 16, 2022

There is an interesting case out of Kentucky where an employee of Gravity Diagnostics has been awarded $450,000 after the company threw a birthday party for him in August 2019. The employee has an anxiety disorder and did not want a party. Days before his birthday the employee asked his office manager to not arrange a celebration for his birthday because of his disorder and desire not to be “the center of attention.

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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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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

A DAO is a member-owned and member-operated organisation run on a blockchain through the use of smart contracts.

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JonathanTurley

APRIL 16, 2022

We have been following the litigation involving Shawnee State Professor Nicholas Meriwether over his refusal to adopt preferred pronouns when they contradict his religious views. He previously won a major appeal. Now, the university has settled with him for $400,000 in damages and attorney’s fees as well as a pledge not to continue to sanction him over pronoun use.

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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

Caddick's husband is staking a claim over her assets, according to an affidavit filed by the solicitor for the receivers.

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JURIST

APRIL 16, 2022

Planned Parenthood and the American Civil Liberties Union filed separate lawsuits Thursday to block a Kentucky law that effectively bans abortion in the state. The organizations filed their lawsuits a day after the Republican-led state legislature overrode Democratic Governor Andy Beshear’s veto of House Bill 3. Because of the numerous requirements enacted by the bill, and the bill’s immediate effect, abortion providers in the state have been forced to shut down their services, makin

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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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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

Intellectual property (IP) rights can accrue significant value for companies when managed properly.

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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

This High Court decision significantly impacts the assessment of an obvious risk for the purpose of section 5L of the CLA.

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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

Any business in China in financial difficulty during Covid should review their position relative to the support provided.

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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

The franchise agreement formalises the franchisor-franchisee relationship and creates legal obligations on both parties.

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Short article looking at the new CCP 2016.

Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

This edition considers details of whether you can change the appointer of your trust, and the tax and duty consequences.

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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

The offence of juror misconduct applies from the time the juror is sworn in until he or she, or the jury, is discharged.

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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

These reforms greater align community title legislation with the strata schemes legislation (currently being reviewed).

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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

Domestic assaults were occurring between the parties with consumption of intoxicating liquor exacerbating the violence.

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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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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

Commercialisation of the CCS industry is supported by federal funding as part of Australia's emissions reduction plan.

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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

ASIC data shows high levels of refused TPD claims and an equally high number of people who simply give up their claim.

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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

IP Australia regulates trade marks, but owners are responsible for registering, enforcing & renewing their own marks.

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Mondaq

APRIL 16, 2022

The Government has released a Consultation Paper setting out a proposed approach to licensing and regulating CASSPrs.

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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.

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