Paralegal.edu
JANUARY 6, 2021
When you apply for a job online your resume will often be scanned by an internet robot, also known as an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) before it ever lands in the hands of a hiring manager. An ATS is an electronic filtering software that scans resume content for specific keywords to determine if the document should be passed forward for human review.
LegalReader
JANUARY 5, 2021
Domestic violence may take different forms like shouting and yelling, making kids feel intimidated, controlling children all the time, threats of murder, causing severe injuries, and threats concerning weapons. Violence on kids means the play of control and power of adults over children.
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EvidenceProf Blog
JANUARY 2, 2021
They say* the only thing rarer than steak tartare is a prosecutor being disciplined for failing to disclose material exculpatory evidence pursuant to Brady v. Maryland. But the case of Glenn Kurtzrock is an exception. A petition, filed by the.
CourtTechBulletin
JANUARY 4, 2021
image provided by LG.COM We just learned of the new transparent OLED (flat panel) displays that are being introduced by the LG corporation at the 2021 ConsumerElectronics Show. While this article projects that these displays would be used at restaurants or subway stations , I think they would be the perfect court clerk/registrar "window" We explain… Read more ».
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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.
JURIST
JANUARY 4, 2021
Boston Mayor Martin Walsh signed an ordinance Monday to create a board independent of the Boston Police Department (BPD) to investigate police misconduct allegations. The ordinance was signed by Walsh in a ceremony conducted virtually. It establishes the Office of Police Accountability and Transparency (OPAT), which will “investigate complaints of police misconduct, ensure that the Boston Police Department’s internal affairs review process is fair and thorough, and review Boston Poli
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EvidenceProf Blog
JANUARY 8, 2021
Federal Rule of Evidence 611(b) states that Cross-examination should not go beyond the subject matter of the direct examination and matters affecting the witness’s credibility. The court may allow inquiry into additional matters as if on direct examination. Meanwhile, Ohio.
CourtTechBulletin
JANUARY 8, 2021
See attribution below Via Press Release Published on January 6, 2021 “After the recent disclosure of widespread cybersecurity breaches of both private sector and government computer systems, federal courts are immediately adding new security procedures to protect highly sensitive confidential documents filed with the courts. “The federal Judiciary’s foremost concern must be the integrity of and public trust in the operation and administration of its courts,” James C.
JURIST
JANUARY 8, 2021
Romanian President Klaus Iohannis has approved legislation designed to “prevent and combat” hate crimes against the Roma community. The legislation targets “verbal or physical manifestations” of hatred against the Roma community. It provides a range of offences, including Article 6, which states that those found guilty of “initiating or constituting” an anti-Roma organization will face up to 10 years’ imprisonment.
Diane Drain
JANUARY 2, 2021
Find The Right Bankruptcy Lawyer For You. Reprint from a great California bankruptcy attorney – Cathy Moran. Picking the right bankruptcy lawyer is a lot like picking the right head coach for a sports team. It doesn’t assure success, but without the right professional, success is a whole lot harder to come by. Bankruptcy is a specialized area of law that can be far more complex than appears on the surface.
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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.
EvidenceProf Blog
JANUARY 7, 2021
Federal Rule of Evidence 801(d)(1)(B) provides an exclusion to the rule against hearsay for a statement that (B) is consistent with the declarant’s testimony and is offered: (i) to rebut an express or implied charge that the declarant recently fabricated.
CourtTechBulletin
JANUARY 6, 2021
See attribution below This past weekend I read an article in our local newspaper regarding problems some courts were having dealing with the backlog of housing/landlord-tenant cases due to the pandemic. I was somewhat surprised to read that all their hearings were still being done in-person. Why? I do not know. But for those courts who may not be able to develop their own procedures, I suggest that you take a look at the New Jersey Courts “Instructions for Participants in RemoteCourt Events
JURIST
JANUARY 2, 2021
The Yantian District People’s Court in the Chinese city of Shenzhen sentenced Wednesday 10 Hong Kong activists to imprisonment ranging from seven months to three years for illegal border crossing. The Shenzhen coast guard authorities intercepted the boat taken by the group from a port in Hong Kong on August 23, in waters under Guangdong province’s jurisdiction.
HowAppealing
JANUARY 8, 2021
“White House counsel considering resigning, source says”: Pamela Brown of CNN has this report.
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EvidenceProf Blog
JANUARY 6, 2021
Federal Rule of Evidence 702 states that A witness who is qualified as an expert by knowledge, skill, experience, training, or education may testify in the form of an opinion or otherwise if: (a) the expert’s scientific, technical, or other.
ABA Journal
JANUARY 4, 2021
Despite predictions made in the early months of the coronavirus pandemic, lawsuits alleging that COVID-19 caused physical or economic harm were limited in 2020.
JURIST
JANUARY 5, 2021
The Court of Appeals for Fourth Circuit ruled Monday in favor of North Carolina inmate Willie James Dean, Jr. in a prison abuse case, finding corrections officers were not entitled to qualified immunity. Dean alleged that corrections officers had used excessive force against him in violation of the Eighth Amendment. The district court that heard the case granted summary judgment for the officers, holding that a reasonable jury would determine that the incidents at issue were appropriate uses of
SCOTUSBlog
JANUARY 6, 2021
Pham v. Guzman Chavez , which will be argued on Jan. 11, addresses the right of certain noncitizens to be released on bond while they are in the process of removal from the United States. The migrants at issue are a subgroup of a subgroup: those who have previously been ordered removed, and are statutorily subject to swift deportation based on reinstatement of the prior order, but who have a so-called “withholding” claim, which, if granted, prohibits their removal to a particular country under t
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EvidenceProf Blog
JANUARY 5, 2021
Similar to its federal counterpart, Pennsylvania Rule of Evidence 606(b) states that Upon an inquiry into the validity of a verdict, including a sentencing verdict pursuant to 42 Pa.C.S.A. § 9711 (relating to capital sentencing proceedings), a juror may not.
Diane Drain
JANUARY 6, 2021
CFPB Charges Performance SLC and Performance Settlement, Daniel Crenshaw, with Using Deceptive Tactics. November 5, 2020 – The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (Bureau) filed a complaint against Performance SLC, LLC (PSLC), a California debt-relief business focused on federal student loan debt; Performance Settlement, LLC (PSettlement), a California debt-settlement company; and Daniel Crenshaw, the owner and CEO of the two companies.
JURIST
JANUARY 8, 2021
Two Louisville police officers were fired Wednesday for their roles in Breonna Taylor’s death, which sparked protests against police racial violence last summer. Taylor was killed last March when officers performed a no-knock warrant on her house. Neighbors testified that they did not hear police announce themselves before breaking in. Taylor’s boyfriend Kenneth Walker thought the police were intruders and fired a warning shot in self-defense.
ABA Journal
JANUARY 4, 2021
Bar exams of the future should be delivered online as an integrated test with scenarios to answer questions from, rather than in, sections with different…
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EvidenceProf Blog
JANUARY 4, 2021
Federal Rule of Evidence 801(d)(1)(C) provides an exclusion to the rule against hearsay for a statement that "identifies a person as someone the declarant perceived earlier." Similarly, Illinois Rule of Evidence 801(d)(1)(B) provides an exclusion to the rule against hearsay.
Diane Drain
JANUARY 6, 2021
“ From our initial consultation, we were impressed by Diane’s legal knowledge and compassionate nature, ” C.R. My elderly parents were experiencing financial difficulty due to dealings with an unscrupulous timeshare company. Their only option was to file bankruptcy. While searching for a bankruptcy attorney, we came across the law office of Diane Drain who had excellent reviews.
JURIST
JANUARY 5, 2021
The Cabinet of Iran approved a bill Sunday to bolster protections for women against violence in the country. The Cabinet meeting saw the Council of Ministers approve the Protection, Dignity and Security of Women against Violence bill, moving the bill along the country’s law-making process. The bill defines violence as “any behaviour that is committed against a woman due to her gender or vulnerable position or type of relationship and causes harm or damage to her body or mind or perso
Patently O
JANUARY 4, 2021
By Jason Rantanen. This post uses data from the Compendium of Federal Circuit Decisions to provide a quick statistical overview of the Federal Circuit’s decisions this year, particularly in appeals arising from the district courts and USPTO. Decisions by origin. Figure 1 shows the total number of Federal Circuit opinions and Rule 36 summary affirmances by origin.
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