2022 Gifts for Lawyers Guide: 13 ideas to kick off shopping this Black Friday and Cyber Monday (photo gallery)
ABA Journal
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
It’s always a smart idea to begin the holiday shopping earlier than later.
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Moving a Client from ‘Satisfied’ to ‘Loyal’
Attorney at Work
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
Sally Schmidt | Turning satisfied clients into loyal clients will make your practice more profitable and enjoyable. The post Moving a Client from ‘Satisfied’ to ‘Loyal’ appeared first on Attorney at Work.
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5 Principles For Better Professional Development Programs
Law 360
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
The pandemic and ensuing "great resignation" have resulted in a more transient legal work force, but law firms can use effective professional development programs to bridge a cultural gap with new associates and stem associate attrition, says Matthew Woods at Robins Kaplan.
Iran authorities practice ‘state hostage-taking,’ rights groups say
JURIST
NOVEMBER 24, 2022
International human rights charities Redress and Free Nazanin Wednesday released a report describing Iranian authorities’ actions, especially in the midst of the nationwide Mahsa Amini protests , as “state hostage-taking.” The nearly 50-page report argues Iran has institutionalized state hostage-taking through the practice of arbitrary detention, torture and ill-treatment of foreign and dual nationals to obtain diplomatic leverage.
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.
“The Impossibility of Principled Originalism”
HowAppealing
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
“The Impossibility of Principled Originalism”: Eric Segall has this blog post at “Dorf on Law.” The post “The Impossibility of Principled Originalism” appeared first on How Appealing.
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A Thanksgiving Gift From The President: No Student Loan Payments Until Summer 2023
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
Phew! That's something lawyers can be thankful for. The post A Thanksgiving Gift From The President: No Student Loan Payments Until Summer 2023 appeared first on Above the Law.
European Parliament condemns Qatar and FIFA for alleged human rights abuses
JURIST
NOVEMBER 25, 2022
The European Parliament Thursday condemned Qatari authorities for the alleged human rights abuses and urged FIFA and Qatar to compensate for widespread human rights abuses that migrant workers have endured while building the 2022 World Cup infrastructure. European Parliament supported migrant workers and their families, human rights organization , football associations , sponsors , political leaders , athletes , and labour unions who have criticized the ongoing human rights violations in Qatar.
What Do You Need to Start the Divorce Process?
LegalReader
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
You might not need to produce financial records at the very beginning of the divorce process, but you should get these documents in order early on so that they will be readily available when you need them.
Don’t Expect Louisiana Incarceration Rates to Drop: Study
The Crime Report
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
Louisiana had the highest per capita incarceration rates for prisons and jails in the United States in 2020, bogged down by long sentences and other related issues, according to a Public Welfare Foundation study. No southern state has a higher percentage of people serving natural life without the possibility of parole than Louisiana, the study finds.
Recipe for a Failed CLM Implementation
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The Legal Roots Of That Thanksgiving Staple, Cranberry Sauce
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
It wouldn't be Thanksgiving dinner without this lawyer. The post The Legal Roots Of That Thanksgiving Staple, Cranberry Sauce appeared first on Above the Law.
Tanzania villagers sue Barrick Gold in Canada court for mining abuses
JURIST
NOVEMBER 24, 2022
A group of Tanzanian villagers Wednesday filed legal action with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice against the mining company Barrick Gold for a number of human rights violations at its North Mara Gold Mine. It is the first time that the mining company has faced legal action in Canada for human rights violations abroad. The plaintiffs, members of the Indigenous Kurya community in northern Tanzania, allege that security forces at the North Mara Gold Mine use extreme violence to guard the mine
Justices fetch new case on trademark law and parody
SCOTUSBlog
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Share In a term already packed with intellectual-property fights , the justices now have another one to chew on: a trademark scuffle over a squeaking dog toy. The court agreed on Monday to hear a dispute between the maker of Jack Daniel’s whiskey and a company that manufacturers dog toys resembling the Tennessee distillery’s iconic bottle.
NYC Gay Bar Owner Calls Out NYPD For Lack Of Action On Vandalism Attacks
The Crime Report
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
The owner of Vera, a gay bar in Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood, spoke out against the NYPD’s handling of vandalism after a brick was thrown through the bar’s window Saturday night, the third time in one week, Jake Offenhartz reports for Gothamist. The owner, David DeParolesa, told Gothamist that police were dismissive when he reported the incidents and said the NYPD told him that the crimes may not warrant reporting to the state’s Hate Crimes Task Force. .
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.
Why Are Alcohol and Drug Testing Essential in Family Law Cases?
LegalReader
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
Drug and alcohol testing can accurately give interpretations on the subject's toxicity, which can help the court arrive at the correct decisions for the betterment of the child and any family member involved. .
NYT: pro-life minister, activist was informed of 2014 US Supreme Court ruling before publication
JURIST
NOVEMBER 20, 2022
Reverand Rob Schenck, a former prominent anti-abortion leader, told Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts that he was informed of the outcome of the 2014 Supreme Court case Burwell v. Hobby Lobby weeks before the decision was disclosed to the public. The New York Times published a letter from Schenck to Roberts on Saturday. In Hobby Lobby , the court ruled that mandating family-owned corporations to pay the cost of insurance for contraception coverage under the Affordable Care Act infringed o
Definitely Take At Least Some Time Off This Holiday Season
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
It is still important to relax and recharge around the holidays, even though self-employment is much more of an eat-what-you-kill system than working as an associate at a firm. The post Definitely Take At Least Some Time Off This Holiday Season appeared first on Above the Law.
New York State Police To Bolster Protection For Targets of Hate Crime
The Crime Report
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
On Sunday, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a state wide increase in efforts to protect vulnerable communities from hate crimes through boosted monitoring on social media and in person and through community outreach by police across the state, including from the state’s counter terrorism unit. “I have directed the New York State Police to ramp up monitoring and increase support for communities that are potential targets of hate crimes,” said Gov.
California Civil Discovery Act Undergoes Significant Overhaul
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Ohio Man Wins $45m Settlement in Wrongful Imprisonment Lawsuit
LegalReader
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
Dean Gillespie spent 20 years in prison for a series of rapes he did commit not after Miami Township police officials suppressed evidence that would have shown he was camping in another state when the crimes were committed.
UK minister rejects amendment to prevent excessive lawsuits against journalists
JURIST
NOVEMBER 25, 2022
The UK government Thursday rejected a proposed legislative amendment to allow judges to dismiss legal cases brought by wealthy oligarchs or businesses to silence journalists and critics. The amendment, tabled by MP Liam Byrne, was aimed at addressing “Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation” (SLAPPs), through which wealthy individuals often use defamation or privacy laws to threaten investigative journalists with extensive legal costs.
Biglaw Holiday Decision Tree: Do You Have To Work The Friday After Thanksgiving?
Above The Law
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
How can you tell if you need to be working on Black Friday? Allow us to help make your decision easier. The post Biglaw Holiday Decision Tree: Do You Have To Work The Friday After Thanksgiving? appeared first on Above the Law.
Singapore Police Force Investigate Cryptocurrency Exchange
The Crime Report
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
Singapore Police’s white-collar crime unit launched an investigation into Binance.Com under orders from Singapore’s financial regulator. Binance, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges, is accused of non-compliance with local payment services rules, including “actively soliciting” users, Chanyaporn Chanjaroen reports for Bloomberg news.
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.
Celebrating 20 Years of LawSites Blog
LawSites
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Hard for me to believe it, but Saturday was the 20th anniversary of this blog, which I founded on Nov. 19, 2002, with this introductory post. I actually started writing about this stuff even earlier, in 1995, when my fascination with the potential of the internet for lawyers prompted me to launch a syndicated column, Lawyers.online , starting with this inaugural installment, The Internet: A Revolution in Law Practice.
UN Human Rights Council to investigate the violence against Mahsa Amini protestors in Iran
JURIST
NOVEMBER 25, 2022
The UN Human Rights Council Thursday voted at a special session to create an independent fact-finding mission to investigate alleged human rights violations against peaceful protestors in Iran. The council requested the 35th special session in response to the nationwide protests sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini at the hands of the morality police in September.
Tiptoe Through the Holidays
Attorney at Work
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
A few practical ways to handle holiday stress (without the mess) from Shawn Healy, clinical psychologist with Massachusetts Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers, Inc. The post Tiptoe Through the Holidays appeared first on Attorney at Work.
Lawmakers Push For Action On Purported Supreme Court Leak
The Crime Report
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Rep Hank Johnson (D-GA) wrote to Chief Justice John Roberts over the weekend demanding the court share what is being done in response to a recent New York Times report detailing an abortion activist’s claim that the ruling of the 2014 landmark Lobby Lobby contraceptive case ( Burwell v. Hobby Lobby), was leaked to them in advance.
Optimizing Contract Management and Enhancing Team Collaboration: Insights from a Legal Operations Perspective
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