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AUGUST 10, 2023
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Paving Your Way: Overcoming Obstacles to Land Your Dream Paralegal Job
Paralegal Bootcamp
AUGUST 10, 2023
“ If you don’t go after what you want, you’ll never have it. If you don’t ask, the answer is always no. If you don’t step forward, you’re always in the same place. ” – Nora Roberts So, you know you want to land your dream paralegal job but exactly how are you supposed to do that when you have no legal experience? If you haven’t noticed by now, most paralegal job openings require years of experience, even with a degree or certification.
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Pakistan dispatch: corruption verdict against ex-PM Imran Khan may end his political career
JURIST
AUGUST 10, 2023
Law students and law graduates in Pakistan are reporting for JURIST on events in that country impacting its legal system. Rabia Shuja holds an LLM in International Human Rights Law from Griffith College, Dublin and is Chief Correspondent for JURIST in Pakistan. She reports from Islamabad. This past Saturday, Pakistan’s former Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan was arrested after a trial court in Islamabad found him guilty in the Toshakhana reference case.
Eighth Circuit Finds Testimony at Plea Hearing to be Inadmissible Hearsay
EvidenceProf Blog
AUGUST 10, 2023
Assume that a defendant testifies at a plea hearing in a way that incriminates himself and tends to exonerate someone else. If that other person is later prosecuted and the testifying defendant pleads the Fifth, is his testimony inadmissible or.
Transforming eDiscovery: Document Summarization, Sentiment Analysis, And Chatbots Take Center Stage
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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.
UK Electoral Commission suffers largest data breach in British history
JURIST
AUGUST 10, 2023
The UK Electoral Commission said Tuesday that it fell victim to a cyberattack and that “hostile actors” were able to access copies of the electoral register, with the name and address of anyone registered to vote between 2014 and 2022. The Electoral Commission’s Chief Executive Sean McNally apologized to people whose information was hacked, saying that significant steps have since been taken to improve the Electoral Commission’s IT systems.
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India dispatch: Supreme Court refuses to stop survey to determine whether 17th-century mosque was built on a pre-existing Hindu temple
JURIST
AUGUST 10, 2023
Indian law students are reporting for JURIST on law-related developments in and affecting India. This dispatch is from Soumyabrata Chakraborty, a second-year law student at Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Last Friday, 4 August 2023 , the Supreme Court of India (SCI) refused to stay a “scientific survey” by the Archeological Survey of India (ASI) to determine whether a 17th-century mosque was constructed over a pre-existing Hindu temple.
“Clarence Thomas’ Billionaire Friends Bought Him a Lot More Than Vacations”
HowAppealing
AUGUST 10, 2023
“Clarence Thomas’ Billionaire Friends Bought Him a Lot More Than Vacations”: Dahlia Lithwick and Mark Joseph Stern have this Jurisprudence essay online at Slate. The post “Clarence Thomas’ Billionaire Friends Bought Him a Lot More Than Vacations” appeared first on How Appealing.
Canada news outlets file competition complaint against Meta over response to Online News Act
JURIST
AUGUST 10, 2023
Canadian news publishers and broadcasters represented by News Media Canada, the Canadian Association of Broadcasters and CBC/Radio-Canada filed an application with the Competition Bureau of Canada Tuesday requesting an investigation into Meta’s conduct relating to the implementation of the Online News Act. The complaint centers around Meta’s recent decision to block news content from its platforms in Canada, raising concerns about the company’s dominant position in the online a
“Bill Clinton Abandons Peter Edelman Twice; And Edelman resigns in protest of Clinton’s welfare reform”
HowAppealing
AUGUST 10, 2023
“Bill Clinton Abandons Peter Edelman Twice; And Edelman resigns in protest of Clinton’s welfare reform”: Ed Whelan has this post at his “Confirmation Tales” Substack site. The post “Bill Clinton Abandons Peter Edelman Twice; And Edelman resigns in protest of Clinton’s welfare reform” appeared first on How Appealing.
Recipe for a Failed CLM Implementation
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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.
India Parliament passes landmark Digital Personal Data Protection Bill amid controversy
JURIST
AUGUST 10, 2023
The upper house of the Indian Parliament, Rajya Sabha, passed the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023 Wednesday amidst significant protest from the opposition. Earlier versions of the bill were considered in 2019 and 2022 , but both were eventually withdrawn. The current version of the bill was introduced on August 5th, despite concerns from members of opposition parties.
“Supreme Court Won’t Drop ADA Tester Case, at Least for Now; The justices have denied a request to throw out as moot a pending appeal regarding ‘tester’ standing under the Americans with Disabilities Act”
HowAppealing
AUGUST 10, 2023
“Supreme Court Won’t Drop ADA Tester Case, at Least for Now; The justices have denied a request to throw out as moot a pending appeal regarding ‘tester’ standing under the Americans with Disabilities Act”: Jimmy Hoover of The National Law Journal has this report. You can access today’s order of the U.S. Supreme Court at this link.
Minibus taxi strike ends in South Africa after deadly protests
JURIST
AUGUST 10, 2023
Five people were killed amidst a protest and labor strike by taxi drivers in South Africa over new vehicle impoundment regulations. The strike officially ended Thursday. The protests and strike arose over a new municipal traffic law in Cape Town that stipulates that vehicles will be impounded for violations including unlicensed vehicles and drivers, passengers not wearing seatbelts or vehicles not being deemed roadworthy.
“Supreme Court Blocks Purdue Pharma’s $6 Billion Sackler Opioid Settlement; The justices will examine if bankruptcy courts can force claimants to sign away their legal rights in a settlement”
HowAppealing
AUGUST 10, 2023
“Supreme Court Blocks Purdue Pharma’s $6 Billion Sackler Opioid Settlement; The justices will examine if bankruptcy courts can force claimants to sign away their legal rights in a settlement”: Jess Bravin and Alexander Saeedy of The Wall Street Journal have this report. You can access today’s order of the U.S. Supreme Court at this link.
Contract Lifecycle Management: A Business Enabler Exploring On-Ground Challenges
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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.
University Of Calif. Trims Ties With Lewis Brisbois Over Emails
Law 360
AUGUST 10, 2023
The University of California told Law360 Pulse exclusively on Thursday that it has stopped referring new work to Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP after the firm released internal emails exposing offensive language and derogatory remarks exchanged between two former senior partners.
“Senior U.S. Judge Rosemary Pooler dies at 85; longtime judge blazed a trail for women”
HowAppealing
AUGUST 10, 2023
“Senior U.S. Judge Rosemary Pooler dies at 85; longtime judge blazed a trail for women”: Fernando Alba of The Post-Standard of Syracuse, New York has this report. The post “Senior U.S. Judge Rosemary Pooler dies at 85; longtime judge blazed a trail for women” appeared first on How Appealing.
Retiring from Law Practice: Should I Stay or Should I Go?
Attorney at Work
AUGUST 10, 2023
Susan Cohodes | To retire, or not? My vigorous debate with myself about leaving law practice. The post Retiring from Law Practice: Should I Stay or Should I Go? appeared first on Attorney at Work.
“Clarence Thomas’ 38 Vacations: The Other Billionaires Who Have Treated the Supreme Court Justice to Luxury Travel.
HowAppealing
AUGUST 10, 2023
“Clarence Thomas’ 38 Vacations: The Other Billionaires Who Have Treated the Supreme Court Justice to Luxury Travel.” Brett Murphy and Alex Mierjeski of ProPublica have this report. The post “Clarence Thomas’ 38 Vacations: The Other Billionaires Who Have Treated the Supreme Court Justice to Luxury Travel. appeared first on How Appealing.
California Civil Discovery Act Undergoes Significant Overhaul
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Don’t Write That Confidential Email In Public! AI Can Now Snag Keystroke Sounds With 95 Percent Accuracy
Above The Law
AUGUST 10, 2023
And don't type anything you don't want the world to know about while using Zoom either. The post Don’t Write That Confidential Email In Public! AI Can Now Snag Keystroke Sounds With 95 Percent Accuracy appeared first on Above the Law.
“Israel’s Supreme Court Prepares to Rule on Its Own Fate; The justices will be scrutinized as never before at a hearing in September on the first part of a judicial overhaul that the government pushed through Parliament, angering many Israelis”
HowAppealing
AUGUST 10, 2023
“Israel’s Supreme Court Prepares to Rule on Its Own Fate; The justices will be scrutinized as never before at a hearing in September on the first part of a judicial overhaul that the government pushed through Parliament, angering many Israelis”: Isabel Kershner of The New York Times has this report. The post “Israel’s Supreme Court Prepares to Rule on Its Own Fate; The justices will be scrutinized as never before at a hearing in September on the first part of a judicial overhau
Justices Won't Drop ADA 'Tester' Suit Against Maine Hotel Co.
Law 360
AUGUST 10, 2023
The U.S. Supreme Court refused Thursday to drop a case over whether a disabled person who "tests" hotel websites for federal disability law violations has standing to sue, after the plaintiff said she wanted to withdraw the case because she feared her attorney's suspension could distract from the merits of her litigation.
“‘Is Fish Meat?’ One Justice’s Answer Shows Why the Supreme Court Is So Broken.”
HowAppealing
AUGUST 10, 2023
“‘Is Fish Meat?’ One Justice’s Answer Shows Why the Supreme Court Is So Broken.” Law professor Aaron Tang has this Jurisprudence essay online at Slate. The post “‘Is Fish Meat?’ One Justice’s Answer Shows Why the Supreme Court Is So Broken.” appeared first on How Appealing.
Dangers of Digital "Reporting": Legal Risks and Unreliable Transcripts
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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.
Clarence Thomas Has More Billionaire Friends That Lavish Him With Expensive Gifts Than We Previously Thought
Above The Law
AUGUST 10, 2023
And he's disclosed none of it! The post Clarence Thomas Has More Billionaire Friends That Lavish Him With Expensive Gifts Than We Previously Thought appeared first on Above the Law.
“States Back Yacht Owner In High Court Choice-Of-Law Row”
HowAppealing
AUGUST 10, 2023
“States Back Yacht Owner In High Court Choice-Of-Law Row”: Ganesh Setty of Law360 has this report (subscription required for access). The post “States Back Yacht Owner In High Court Choice-Of-Law Row” appeared first on How Appealing.
It’s A Triple Crown, As We’re Named Best Legal Tech Blog, Best Legal Tech Podcast, and Top Legal Tech Opinion Leader
LawSites
AUGUST 10, 2023
A huge thanks to the folks at legal tech company Lawrina , which has just published its selections of the best legal tech blogs and resources by experts in the field , and given me triple honors: top blog, top podcast, and top influencer. According to the post, they compiled the list by asking opinion leaders and legal tech professionals to share their favorite resources.
Justice Thomas had more than one billionaire benefactor; friends lavished him with 38 vacations
ABA Journal
AUGUST 10, 2023
Prior reporting on free luxury travel accepted by U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas doesn’t capture the extent of his billionaire friends’ largesse.
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.
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