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More Lawyers Should Take The Final Week Of The Year Off

Above The Law

The amount of work, much like the amount of daylight, can be pretty thin at the end of December. Use that to your advantage. The post More Lawyers Should Take The Final Week Of The Year Off appeared first on Above the Law.

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The Sound of Silence: It's More Important Than Ever to Turn Off Notifications

NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

It used to be that you only had to worry about email notifications: popping up, binging. And, that was annoying enough. Now, lawyers are getting notifications from everywhere: case management softwares , CRMs, Slack channels, chat feeds, Zoom chat, etc. It’s enough to make you want to pull your hair out. And, though the game may have changed, as these applications have expanded – the good news is that the solution remains the same.

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Legal Resolutions and Planning for the New Year

LegalTalkNetwork

As the New Year approaches, legal professionals find themselves at the crossroads of reflection and anticipation. Planning for the upcoming year is not only a strategic necessity, but also a crucial step toward ensuring success in an ever-evolving legal landscape. In this blog post, we will explore key considerations and actions that law firms and legal professionals should take to pave the way for a successful and prosperous New Year.

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Where Did the Open Access Movement Go Wrong?: An Interview with Richard Poynder

LLRX

Noted journalist and scholarly communication observer Richard Poynder explains why he has given up on the open access movement. This email interview was conducted by Rick Anderson.

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Transforming eDiscovery: Document Summarization, Sentiment Analysis, And Chatbots Take Center Stage

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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Iran seeks return of former official convicted for human rights abuses in Sweden

JURIST

Spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry Nasser Kanaani stated in a news conference Monday that Iran will continue to seek the release of former Iranian official Hamid Nouri, whose conviction and sentence of life in prison for human rights abuses in Sweden was upheld last week in the Svea Court of Appeal. Kanaani stated that the Iranian government will continue its efforts to secure Nouri’s release despite the appeals court ruling, and that the verdict against Nouri was “illega

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“Justices asked to strike down immigration law as example of systemic racism”

HowAppealing

“Justices asked to strike down immigration law as example of systemic racism”: Stephen Dinan of The Washington Times has this report. You can access the petition for writ of certiorari at this link. The post “Justices asked to strike down immigration law as example of systemic racism” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Federal Circuit Appellate court Grants Emergency Stay of Apple Watch Ban

Patently O

by Dennis Crouch The patent battle between Masimo and Apple over pulse oximetry technology in the Apple Watch took a new turn on December 27th. Despite the recent import ban imposed by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), Apple was granted a temporary stay by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. For now, this emergency ruling blocks the government from enforcing the exclusion order on certain Apple Watch models through at least mid-January.

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15 Best General-Interest Nonfiction Books You Dare Not Overlook For Your 2024 Reading List

Above The Law

From prison breaks to a hero banker, the list will help distract you from all that 2024 promises to be. The post 15 Best General-Interest Nonfiction Books You Dare Not Overlook For Your 2024 Reading List appeared first on Above the Law.

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Türkiye takes first step towards approving Sweden NATO bid

JURIST

The Turkish Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee approved on Tuesday Sweden’s NATO membership. This is the first step in Türkiye’s process to full approval, which entails submission to the General Assembly of the Turkish Parliament, followed by ratification from President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Upon successful ratification, Hungary will be the final NATO member to approve Sweden’s bid to join the alliance.

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Recipe for a Failed CLM Implementation

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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About That Performance Review You Just Received: 11 Proven Steps to Flip the Script and Shine Again!”

The Estrin Report

Well, well, well, they said what about your performance? Surprise, surprise, it’s performance review time! You strut in there like you own the place, expecting a standing ovation, a raise that could buy a small country, and maybe even a golden trophy labeled “Employee of the Millennium.” But hold the confetti! Instead of the anticipated praise, you get hit with a review suggesting your performance is in need of CPR.

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Artificial Intelligence and Copyright in China: Lessons from a Recent Court Case

Patently O

by Dennis Crouch Thus far US copyright and patent tribunals have refused to award rights for AI generated works. China has begun its move in the opposite direction with the recent decision granting rights to an artist who created an image using the popular generative AI system Stable Diffusion. The case of Li v. Liu was decided by the recently Beijing Internet Court.

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“How the Supreme Court May Rule on Trump’s Presidential Run; The legal issues are novel and tangled, experts said, and the justices may be wary of knocking a leading presidential candidate off the ballot”

HowAppealing

“How the Supreme Court May Rule on Trump’s Presidential Run; The legal issues are novel and tangled, experts said, and the justices may be wary of knocking a leading presidential candidate off the ballot”: Adam Liptak of The New York Times has this news analysis. The post “How the Supreme Court May Rule on Trump’s Presidential Run; The legal issues are novel and tangled, experts said, and the justices may be wary of knocking a leading presidential candidate off the ballot”

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Pakistan dispatch: violent crackdown on peaceful Baloch protesters in Islamabad highlights ongoing injustices in Balochistan region

JURIST

Law students and law graduates in Pakistan are reporting for JURIST on events in that country impacting its legal system. Izhar Ahmed Khan is a 2022 LL.B. graduate of the Pakistan College of Law (University of London International Program). Abu Bakar Khan is a final year law student at University Law College, University of the Punjab. They file this dispatch from Lahore.

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Contract Lifecycle Management: A Business Enabler Exploring On-Ground Challenges

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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Startup Alley Voting Ends Friday, Dec. 29! Here Are the Standings As Of Now

LawSites

Voting ends Friday, Dec. 29, to pick the 15 startups that will go to Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW in February. Here are the standings as of this morning. As a reminder, you get to pick the 15 startups out of 25 semifinalists. The 15 startups selected will face off in a live pitch competition that is the opening night event of TECHSHOW, which is Feb. 14-17, 2024, in Chicago.

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Boutique Sues Winston & Strawn For Violating ‘Copyright’ In Rule 12 Brief

Above The Law

Suing lawyers for copying your brief is. a choice. The post Boutique Sues Winston & Strawn For Violating ‘Copyright’ In Rule 12 Brief appeared first on Above the Law.

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“Supreme Court Arguments’ Most Memorable Moments So Far This Term”

HowAppealing

“Supreme Court Arguments’ Most Memorable Moments So Far This Term”: Lydia Wheeler of Bloomberg Law has this report. The post “Supreme Court Arguments’ Most Memorable Moments So Far This Term” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Tokyo High Court holds Japan government not liable for Fukushima nuclear disaster

JURIST

Tokyo’s High Court found the government of Japan not liable Tuesday for damages related to the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster and associated mass evacuations, leaving responsibility solely with plant operator the Tokyo Electric Power Co. (TEPCO). The ruling also reduced the damages amounts of a previous court order from $414,400 to $165,000 for 44 of 47 petitioners.

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California Civil Discovery Act Undergoes Significant Overhaul

Short article looking at the new CCP 2016.

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Top 15 LawNext Podcast Episodes of 2023 and of All Time

LawSites

Call me lucky. Every week, I get to sit down at the mic for my LawNext podcast and have a conversation with the leading “innovators and entrepreneurs who are driving what’s next in law.” For me, each and every one of these conversations is fun and fascinating. But I am equally fascinated to add up the numbers at the end of the year and see which topics and guests you, the listeners, found most interesting.

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The NY Times Lawsuit Against OpenAI Would Open Up The NY Times To All Sorts Of Lawsuits Should It Win

Above The Law

From the it's-okay-when-we-do-it,-we're-the-new-york-times dept. The post The NY Times Lawsuit Against OpenAI Would Open Up The NY Times To All Sorts Of Lawsuits Should It Win appeared first on Above the Law.

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“Michael Cohen Used Artificial Intelligence in Feeding Lawyer Bogus Cases; Donald Trump’s former fixer had sought an early end to court supervision after his 2018 campaign finance conviction; He enlisted the help of Google Bard”

HowAppealing

“Michael Cohen Used Artificial Intelligence in Feeding Lawyer Bogus Cases; Donald Trump’s former fixer had sought an early end to court supervision after his 2018 campaign finance conviction; He enlisted the help of Google Bard”: Benjamin Weiser and Jonah E. Bromwich of The New York Times have this report. The post “Michael Cohen Used Artificial Intelligence in Feeding Lawyer Bogus Cases; Donald Trump’s former fixer had sought an early end to court supervision after his 2018 ca

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Hong Kong court rules activist Jimmy Lai’s conspiracy charge within time limit

JURIST

The Hong Kong High Court ruled against Jimmy Lai in his challenge against the court’s jurisdiction to hear the charge of conspiracy to sedition on Friday. The court ruled that the prosecution pressed the charge within the time limit because the alleged conspiracy to sedition was a continuing act, and the time limit only commenced after the cessation of the conspiracy.

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Dangers of Digital "Reporting": Legal Risks and Unreliable Transcripts

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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Patent Grant Total 2023

Patently O

by Dennis Crouch The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued a total of 312,100 utility patents in the calendar year 2023. This marks the fourth consecutive year of decline in the number of issued patents. The 2022 figures show a 3% decrease from the previous year and a 12% decrease from the record-high numbers seen in 2019, as depicted in the chart below.

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West Monroe’s 3 Healthcare Outlooks for 2024: AI, Cost Pressures, Dealmaking

Above The Law

There are three key trends for the healthcare industry to follow in 2024, including the rise of AI, increasing cost pressures and M&A activity, according to West Monroe.

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“Public Christian schools? Leonard Leo’s allies advance a new cause. A tight-knit group of activists tied to Leo’s nonprofit network are rallying around an Oklahoma effort to create a public Catholic school.”

HowAppealing

“Public Christian schools? Leonard Leo’s allies advance a new cause. A tight-knit group of activists tied to Leo’s nonprofit network are rallying around an Oklahoma effort to create a public Catholic school.” Heidi Przybyla of Politico has this report. The post “Public Christian schools? Leonard Leo’s allies advance a new cause. A tight-knit group of activists tied to Leo’s nonprofit network are rallying around an Oklahoma effort to create a public Catholic school.” appea

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Amnesty International report alleges Pegasus spyware targeted India journalists

JURIST

Amnesty International released a report Thursday alleging the targeted use of Pegasus spyware against prominent Indian journalists, rekindling apprehensions about government surveillance and press freedom in the country, following the 2021 Pegasus project disclosures that sent shockwaves through India. The report specifically highlights the cases of Siddharth Varadarajan, the founding editor of The Wire, and Anand Mangnale, South Asia editor for the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Proj

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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.