The Top Biglaw Firms In California (2023)
Above The Law
JULY 13, 2022
We wish they all could be California firms. The post The Top Biglaw Firms In California (2023) appeared first on Above the Law.
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Louisiana judge reinstates injunction against state’s abortion ban
JURIST
JULY 13, 2022
Louisiana Judge Donald Johnson Tuesday granted a petition filed by reproductive health providers against the state’s abortion ban, the latest in a back-and-forth case set in motion after the US Supreme Court struck down Roe v. Wade. Johnson granted a temporary restraining order against state laws designed to take effect after Roe v. Wade was overturned, including a 2006 abortion ban and the recently-enacted Senate Bill 342 , which imposes criminal penalties on abortion providers.
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Would Recommend: Attorney Recommendations Can Complement Client Reviews
NCBA Law Practice Management Blog
JULY 13, 2022
Client reviews are fantastic marketing tools for any business, including law firms. Testimonials drive conversion, because it is a window into how lawyers have had success with other clients. Law firms place testimonials on their websites, and try to get as many client reviews as they can on directory profiles and social media profiles. It’s really important, but can also be kind of a slog.
Lawsuit challenges definition of “assault weapon” in New York law
JURIST
JULY 13, 2022
Two New York residents and a gun rights group Tuesday filed a lawsuit challenging New York’s assault weapons ban following the US Supreme Court’s decision to strike down one of New York’s concealed carry regulations. The lawsuit alleges that New York’s definition of “assault weapon” infringes upon individuals’ Second Amendment rights to keep and bear arms.
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.
Twitter Complaint Demonstrates That Every Lawyer, Everywhere, Always Is Smarter Than Elon Musk
Above The Law
JULY 13, 2022
This is fun to see. The post Twitter Complaint Demonstrates That Every Lawyer, Everywhere, Always Is Smarter Than Elon Musk appeared first on Above the Law.
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No, 18 USC §1507 Doesn’t Make It A Crime To Protest The Supreme Court Over Abortion
Above The Law
JULY 13, 2022
Non-lawyers doing statutory interpretation is cute. The post No, 18 USC §1507 Doesn’t Make It A Crime To Protest The Supreme Court Over Abortion appeared first on Above the Law.
US Department of Justice establishes Reproductive Rights Task Force
JURIST
JULY 13, 2022
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) Tuesday announced the creation of a Reproductive Rights Task Force to help protect reproductive rights after the landmark abortion rights decision Roe v. Wade was overturned. The task force will monitor all state and local legislatures that violate federal protections for seeking reproductive care. It will ensure the rights of individuals seeking reproductive care in a state where that care is legal.
The modern US Border Patrol is a national police force with dangerous capabilities, author warns
ABA Journal
JULY 13, 2022
In Nobody is Protected: How the Border Patrol Became the Most Dangerous Police Force in the United States , geographer Reece Jones argues that Supreme Court…
US appeals court rules federal law does not preempt failure to warn claim in weedkiller cancer suit
JURIST
JULY 13, 2022
The US Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit ruled Tuesday that the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) does not preempt a Georgia man from making a failure to warn claim in his lawsuit against Bayer, the manufacturer of the weedkiller Roundup. This decision results from an appeal from the US District Court for the Southern District of Georgia.
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.
Artificial Intelligence Changes The Client Engagement Dynamic
Above The Law
JULY 13, 2022
Smith.ai unveils helpful new feature. The post Artificial Intelligence Changes The Client Engagement Dynamic appeared first on Above the Law.
Russia court detains opposition politician over war crime disinformation allegations
JURIST
JULY 13, 2022
Russia’s Basmanny District Court of Moscow Wednesday arrested opposition politician Ilya Yashin over allegations that Yashin willfully spread misinformation about Russia’s military, a charge Yashin denies and human rights organizations call politically motivated. Yashin faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted and will be kept in detention for two months while he awaits trial.
Returned By The Supreme Court, Michigan Will Decide The Issue Of Abortion
Above The Law
JULY 13, 2022
Next term they'll be voting on if heart transplants are okie dokie. The post Returned By The Supreme Court, Michigan Will Decide The Issue Of Abortion appeared first on Above the Law.
California passes law allowing individuals affected by gun violence to sue gun manufacturers
JURIST
JULY 13, 2022
California Governor Gavin Newsom Tuesday signed a new law which allows California residents to sue gun manufacturers if they are harmed by a gun manufacturer’s product. The law also establishes new firearms regulations and empowers the state and its local governments to sue manufactures if they do not comply. Assembly Bill No. 1594 (AB 1594) was first introduced in the California legislature in January.
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.
“Maryland police warn officers will enforce law against disturbing peace outside Supreme Court justices’ homes”
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JULY 13, 2022
“Maryland police warn officers will enforce law against disturbing peace outside Supreme Court justices’ homes”: Whitney Wild and Joan Biskupic of CNN have this report.
North Korea recognizes Donetsk and Luhansk regions as independent
JURIST
JULY 13, 2022
North Korea’s government Wednesday recognized two breakaway states claiming internationally-recognized Ukrainian territory as independent. North Korea is the third country to recognize the Donetsk People’s Republic and the Luhansk People’s Republic, after Russia and Syria. Ukraine, and much of the international community, recognizes them as part of Ukraine.
“Teva takes $235 mln ‘skinny label’ dispute with GSK to U.S. Supreme Court”
HowAppealing
JULY 13, 2022
“Teva takes $235 mln ‘skinny label’ dispute with GSK to U.S. Supreme Court”: Blake Brittain of Reuters has this report. You can view the petition for writ of certiorari at this link.
UK town police failed to protect more than 1,000 children from sexual exploitation over last 40 years: report
JURIST
JULY 13, 2022
More than 1,000 children have been sexually exploited in Telford, England, since 1989 due to police negligence, an independent inquiry reported Tuesday. The final report from the Independent Inquiry into Telford Child Sexual Exploitation (IITCSE) shows how the West Mercia police force and local government did not adequately respond to cases of child sexual exploitation.
California Civil Discovery Act Undergoes Significant Overhaul
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“Elite Colleges’ Quiet Fight to Favor Alumni Children; Colleges like Yale and Harvard give a boost to legacy applicants; But with affirmative action under attack, that tradition may become harder to defend”
HowAppealing
JULY 13, 2022
“Elite Colleges’ Quiet Fight to Favor Alumni Children; Colleges like Yale and Harvard give a boost to legacy applicants; But with affirmative action under attack, that tradition may become harder to defend”: Stephanie Saul of The New York Times has this report.
1 in 5 Americans received surprise bills despite law, many lack health insurance literacy, reports find
Above The Law
JULY 13, 2022
Skyrocketing medical bills and a lack of understanding in the healthcare system is putting financial stress on Americans in 2022, several recent reports have found. Despite the No Surprises Act, which protects consumers from surprise billing, many Americans said they’re still receiving unexpected bills, and a low healthcare literacy is making it difficult for them to know how to handle high medical bills, the surveys find.
“Now hovering in the background during a risky pregnancy: The doctor’s legal team; Physicians in states with new abortion bans are leaning heavily on lawyers to decide when to terminate life-threatening pregnancies without violating state laws.”
HowAppealing
JULY 13, 2022
“Now hovering in the background during a risky pregnancy: The doctor’s legal team; Physicians in states with new abortion bans are leaning heavily on lawyers to decide when to terminate life-threatening pregnancies without violating state laws.” Aria Bendix of NBC News has this report.
The High Court’s ‘Self-Inflicted Wounds’: A Backward Look
The Crime Report
JULY 13, 2022
Was the Supreme Court decision last month overruling Roe v. Wade one of the worst decisions in the 233-year history of the Court? The ruling in Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization has been described as such by many judicial commentators and experts in the middle of the spectrum, and a large segment of the U.S. public seems to feel the same way.
Dangers of Digital "Reporting": Legal Risks and Unreliable Transcripts
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“SCOTUS judges ‘doxxed’ after overturning Roe v Wade; Physical and IP addresses as well as credit card info revealed in privacy breach”
HowAppealing
JULY 13, 2022
“SCOTUS judges ‘doxxed’ after overturning Roe v Wade; Physical and IP addresses as well as credit card info revealed in privacy breach”: Jessica Lyons Hardcastle of The Register has this report.
The Most Unbelievable Thing About ‘Stranger Things’ Is That The Dorky 1980s Kids Don’t Wear Enormous Glasses
Above The Law
JULY 13, 2022
Look at some old class photos from the '80s and see how many people are wearing glasses. Go ahead, I’ll wait. The post The Most Unbelievable Thing About ‘Stranger Things’ Is That The Dorky 1980s Kids Don’t Wear Enormous Glasses appeared first on Above the Law.
“Arrest made in rape of Ohio girl that led to Indiana abortion drawing international attention”
HowAppealing
JULY 13, 2022
“Arrest made in rape of Ohio girl that led to Indiana abortion drawing international attention”: Bethany Bruner. Monroe Trombly, and Tony Cook of The Columbus Dispatch have this report.
Contingency Cases Can Be A Lot Like Gambling Sometimes
Above The Law
JULY 13, 2022
There are a few things that lawyers can do in order to avoid the negative consequences of contingency cases. The post Contingency Cases Can Be A Lot Like Gambling Sometimes appeared first on Above the Law.
Optimizing Contract Management and Enhancing Team Collaboration: Insights from a Legal Operations Perspective
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