How to Find A Way Out of Paralegal Burnout
Paralegal Brief Submitted Articles
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021
Paralegal burnout can cripple your mental health. Learn how you can find a way out of burnout—including alternative careers for paralegals
Sat.Sep 18, 2021 - Fri.Sep 24, 2021
246 
Supreme Court sets argument date for Mississippi abortion case
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
The US Supreme Court announced Monday that it will hear arguments in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization on Wednesday December 1. In the wake of Texas’ six-week abortion ban, Dobbs has become a highly anticipated ruling that could affirm or eliminate the right to abortion established by Roe v. Wade in 1973. In 2018, Jackson Women’s Health Org. challenged the Gestational Age Act, banning abortion after 15 weeks.
Join 105,000+
Insiders
Sign Up for our Newsletter
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Trending Sources
The Risks of Doing Forensics on the Cheap
The Crime Report
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
With the demise of the internationally renowned public sector UK Forensic Science Service in 2012 came the promulgation and growth of a new competitive marketplace. Private sector companies working in a hastily drawn up framework for forensic science provision were invited into rounds of competitive tendering that were driven by the police service. These were based on the notion that the Forensic Science Service had been inefficient, delivering forensic science analysis in an expensive and untim
13 Fascinating Facts About Self-Driving Cars
LegalReader
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
A study published in Science Direct shows that out of the motor vehicle collisions studied, 64.2 percent of those involving autonomous vehicles were rear-end accidents, compared to 28.3 percent of accidents involving conventional vehicles.
Transforming eDiscovery: Document Summarization, Sentiment Analysis, And Chatbots Take Center Stage
Advertisement
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.
Newly minted lawyer challenges COVID restrictions in ‘impenetrable thicket’ of arguments
ABA Journal
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
Ohio lawyer Thomas Renz quickly gained prominence in conservative circles by challenging COVID-19 mandates in a series of lawsuits filed after he passed the bar…
Sign up to get articles personalized to your interests!
Paralegal Brief brings together the best content for paralegals and legal professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders
More Trending
Amnesty: 10 Women and Girls Killed Daily in Mexico
The Crime Report
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
Juarez demonstration against femicide. Over 400 women are believed dead. Photo by Aine Philips via Flickr. A new report by Amnesty International has found that at least 10 women and girls are murdered every day in Mexico, documenting both the scale of the violence and the disturbing lack of interest on the part of Mexican authorities to prevent or solve the murders, reports The Guardian.
The Debacle Inside Rikers, And Why Shutting It Down Isn’t Enough
Above The Law
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
The real problem that must be faced is the over-incarceration of mostly people of color, with little emphasis on rehabilitation once they’re 'warehoused.'.
As Marketplaces Race to Meet NFT Demand, What Are the Legal Issues at Play?
The Fashion Law
SEPTEMBER 23, 2021
In what has proven to be a striking rise over the past several months, non-fungible tokens (“NFTs”) have captivated the art world and have since entered the world of fashion, creating a market where digital versions of garments and accessories that are linked to unique blockhain-hosted tokens are increasingly coming front and center. With the sheer success of NFTs in the art world, the adoption of these relatively novel digital assets by fashion industry entities seemed inevitable, and they have
Federal court blocks parents in Tennessee from opting out of school mask mandates
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 18, 2021
The Western Division of the US District Court for the Western District of Tennessee issued a preliminary injunction on Friday to blocking Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s executive order allowing parents in Shelby County to opt out of school mask requirements, asserting that plaintiffs established evidence demonstrating Lee’s order prevents children with health problems from safely attending school during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Recipe for a Failed CLM Implementation
Advertisement
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.
Electronic Monitoring ‘Sets People Up to Fail’: Study
The Crime Report
SEPTEMBER 24, 2021
Illustration courtesy George Washington University Law School. People subject to ankle monitors and other forms of electronic surveillance are subject to draconian rules of movement and travel restrictions, amounting to an alternative form of incarceration that “sets people up to fail,” says a study by the George Washington University Law School. “The number and nature of monitoring rules, combined with the capacity of surveillance technology, facilitates easier detection of technical rule vi
Major abortion case set for argument on Dec. 1
SCOTUSBlog
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
Share The Supreme Court announced on Monday that it will hear argument on Dec. 1 in a challenge to a Mississippi law that bans almost all abortions after the 15th week of pregnancy. The case, Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization , was already positioned to be one of the highest-profile arguments of the 2021-22 term, because the state had specifically asked the court to overrule its landmark decisions in Roe v.
Everything You Need to Know about Paralegal Automation
Paralegal Brief Submitted Articles
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021
Federal judge strikes down Florida immigration law as racially motivated
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 23, 2021
A judge for the US District Court for the Southern District of Florida on Tuesday struck down a portion of a Florida immigration law as unconstitutional and declared that the measures within the bill were racially motivated. Judge Beth Bloom released a 110-page ruling in which she rejected sections of the law that ban local government sanctuary policies and require local law enforcement to make their best effort to work with federal immigration authorities.
Contract Lifecycle Management: A Business Enabler Exploring On-Ground Challenges
Advertisement
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.
Hail to the Chief? Nation’s Top Cops Face Sagging Morale, Political Sniping
The Crime Report
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
Photo by William Johns via Flickr. It’s not easy being a police chief. What some call one of the most difficult jobs in America takes a stiff toll on the men and women who run the nation’s 18,000-plus law enforcement agencies. At least 32 police chiefs in Minnesota have retired this year, and another dozen retired in 2020, reports the Minneapolis Star Tribune.
Four petitions on the constitutionality of the Indian Child Welfare Act
SCOTUSBlog
SEPTEMBER 24, 2021
Share This week we highlight cert petitions that ask the Supreme Court to consider, among other things, whether the Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978 violates equal protection under the Fifth Amendment and the anti-commandeering doctrine of the 10th Amendment and whether BB&T’s arbitration agreement as to a predecessor bank’s accountholders is valid under the Federal Arbitration Act.
Pride in Patent Ownership Act
Patently O
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
by Dennis Crouch. A bipartisan pair of Senators have proposed the “ Pride in Patent Ownership Act.” The premise is that if you own a patent, you should be proud to own the patent — and actually record your ownership interest. The bill pushes this pride by requiring patent owners to record their ownership with the kicker that those who fail to record lose their right to punitive damages for any infringement that occurs prior to recordation.
Venezuela judicial independence deeply eroded: UN rights experts
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
Venezuela’s judicial independence has been deeply eroded, according to a recent report from the UN Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in which it details the central role that Venezuela’s justice system has played in perpetuating state impunity for human rights violations and repressing government opponents.
California Civil Discovery Act Undergoes Significant Overhaul
Advertisement
Short article looking at the new CCP 2016.
The Rocky Road to a More Robust 911 System
The Crime Report
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
911 dispatcher. Photo by Scary Side of Earth via Flickr. Underfunding and understaffing cripple 911 call centers across the country, and increase the likelihood that incomplete or inaccurate information will trigger a fatal response from police, according to researchers. Harold Pollack, co-director of the Transform 911 project, said the lack of resources was complicated by the fact that emergency dispatch centers often aren’t on “equal footing” with law enforcement, fire departments, and emerge
Simple Ways to Relieve Stress and Anxiety
LegalReader
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
When stress becomes severe or persistent, it can have a negative impact on your health. That is why it is critical to have stress relievers that can both soothe your mind and body.
Pandemic-Related Legal Ethics Opinions: A Compendium
LawSites
SEPTEMBER 23, 2021
The pandemic has raised a number of ethical issues for lawyers and resulted in the issuance of several ethics opinions addressing those issues. While we once might have thought these issues were temporary, many legal professionals continue to operate virtually, and even when we are fully free of the pandemic, many of us are likely to continue to practice virtually, at least part of the time.
Federal appeals court: warrant required for police search of files reported by digital algorithm
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
The US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit found on Tuesday that police breached privacy rights by searching images that were automatically reported by a Google algorithm before obtaining a warrant. One of Google’s algorithms automatically reported to authorities four images that the defendant attached in an email. The algorithm had detected suspected child sexual abuse material.
Dangers of Digital "Reporting": Legal Risks and Unreliable Transcripts
Advertiser: Regal Court Reporting
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.
Will New Education Funding End School-to-Prison Pipeline?
The Crime Report
SEPTEMBER 23, 2021
Historically, the American education system has been in dire need of reform, mainly to bridge the opportunity access gap, as well as address the glaring school-to-prison pipeline that exists in countless communities. Now, thanks to a $122 billion infusion of federal stimulus funds into the education system, advocates say this is a “pivotal turning point,” according to the latest report by the Sentencing Project.
Legal Tech’s Predictions for Legal Technology Innovation in 2022
LegalReader
SEPTEMBER 24, 2021
Experienced law offices progressively depend on innovation and experience-based information given to their frameworks to break down the exactness and consistency of bookkeeping rules and arrangements.
New findings published on law school debt
ABA Journal
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
A survey released Tuesday asked young attorneys if their legal education was worth the cost, and fewer than half said yes. However, 60.
US Treasury sanctions cryptocurrency exchange for allegedly facilitating ransomware
JURIST
SEPTEMBER 23, 2021
The US Department of Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control imposed sanctions Tuesday against SUEX OTC, S.R.I., a virtual currency exchange, for allegedly facilitating transactions involving illegal proceeds from ransomware attacks. In addition, the department also issued an updated advisory on Potential Sanctions Risks for Facilitating Ransomware Payments.
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.
Let's personalize your content