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Ninth Circuit reinstates Arizona voting registration and mail-in voting laws

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The US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit on Friday vacated a preliminary injunction that had blocked key provisions of Arizona’s contentious Senate Bill 1260 , resulting in the reinstatement of Arizona’s 2022 voter registration and mail-in voting laws which were intended to increase election security. The court cited FDA v.

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Elon Musk criticizes Australia law designed to combat misinformation

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The proposed law would mandate that digital platforms establish codes of behaviour and receive regulatory approval in order to prevent the spread of harmful misinformation. The post Elon Musk criticizes Australia law designed to combat misinformation appeared first on JURIST - News.

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US appeals court temporarily lifts block on Louisiana Ten Commandments law

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A US federal appeals court on Friday temporarily lifted a trial court’s blocking of a Louisiana law mandating public schools to display the Ten Commandments in every classroom. Louisiana law HB 71 passed in June, mandating public schools to display the Ten Commandments in each classroom.

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Fifth circuit invalidates Mississippi mail-in ballot election law

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The US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit Friday invalidated a Mississippi election law that allowed mail-in and absentee election ballots as long as they were sent on or before Election Day. The ruling overturned the lower court’s decision that upheld the law. The State’s contrary law is preempted.”

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Personal Injury Law Firm Paralegal Toolkit

Paralegals are essential to Personal Injury law firms; they are the backbone, the glue that holds things together, whether for a solo practitioner or a large firm with many attorneys.

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North Carolina juvenile justice law targets felony offenses amid increased reports of teenage crime

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A newly revised North Carolina juvenile justice law will take effect Sunday, aiming to address gaps in handling serious offenses by minors. This represents a significant change from the 2019 Raise the Age law , which allowed most 16- and 17-year-olds to remain under juvenile court jurisdiction regardless of the severity of the charges.

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Morocco Central Bank governor confirms cryptocurrency law in progress

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Abdellatif Jouahri, Governor of Morocco’s central bank, Bank Al-Maghrib, announced on Tuesday that a draft law regulating cryptocurrencies is undergoing adoption. The draft law will seek to clarify and oversee cryptocurrency activities in Morocco, balancing innovation with financial stability and consumer protection.

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10 Must-Have Features of Plaintiff Personal Injury Case Management Software

In 2022, there are dozens of case management software options for law firms to choose from. Plaintiff personal injury law firms need a specific set of features and tools that don’t necessarily apply to other practice areas. But the truth is: not all legal software is created equal.

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You Deserve a Better Personal Injury Case Management Software

Discover the difference a legal software exclusively tailored for personal injury law can make. Personal injury law firms who attend a demo of CloudLex will qualify for a special Paralegal Brief discount and pricing. Consolidate your entire team’s work in a central location to implement any feedback and updates about the firm's cases.

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Getting Automated: An End-to-End Guide to Law Firm Automation

But law firms often don't use automation to its full potential. In our experience, the typical law firm only takes advantage of 10% to 20% of its legal software's capabilities, which is understandable— you're an attorney, not a technologist. This free guide includes: What law firm automation is — and what it isn't. And more.

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Legal Software Buyer's Guide for Personal Injury Law Firms

Paralegals are the nucleus of Personal Injury law firms. Download this free guide and learn about: Why you need a software built specifically for personal injury law. You are the nerve center of the entire practice, with the most diverse responsibilities. The most important features to look for in a legal software. Much more!

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The Law Firm Billing Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to Automated Billing

Traditional billing practices can leave paralegals and many staff at law firms spending countless hours manually creating and sending invoices, tracking billable hours, and processing paper checks. From the basics down to the intricacies of legal accounting, learn how to effectively gain control of your law firm's.

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Become a NALA Certified Paralegal!

Becoming a CP means you have successfully passed a rigorous exam based on federal law and procedures. The NALA Certified Paralegal (CP) credential is key to respect and opportunity throughout the legal profession. Earning this credential is with a career-long commitment.

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Top 3 Data Privacy Challenges for Contract Compliance in 2022

The data privacy regulatory landscape is quickly becoming hyper-fragmented with dozens of new, updated, or proposed laws. Outdated compliance practices expose businesses to legal landmines that damage reputations and cost millions of dollars. Contract intelligence can help.

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

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. But the complexities of digitising a legal document are numerous.