Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 23, 2024
Sally Schmidt | Six associate business development activities to help young lawyers get a running start building their law practices. The post Business Development Starters for Law Firm Associates appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Law Sites
DECEMBER 23, 2024
It says something about our collective attitude towards generative AI in legal that this blog’s most-read story of the year was about lawyers getting sanctioned for hallucinated case citations. In fact, it will probably not surprise you to learn that, of my 40 most-read stories of the year, 24 involved generative AI in some way.
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Simple Legal
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Picture this: An attorney spends five hours on a flight to take an out-of-town deposition for Client A. During that time, the attorney works on IP management research to use for projects for both Client B and Client C. How many billable hours can the attorney invoice for, and which client(s) should receive the bill? This may sound like one of those word problems from your high school math class, but its actually a great example of how double billing happens all the time.
E-Discovery LLC
DECEMBER 21, 2024
Last December, I posted My Top Blogs From 2023. While there is still a bit left of 2024, some my most interesting 2024 blogs are: ESI Protocol v. Discovery Plan The ESI Protocol: Your Word is Your Bond Or, Is It? 8 Lessons Learned Part I The Humpty Dumpty Clause of ESI Protocol Court-Ordered Production of a Destruction/Unavailable Log Privilege Logs: New Techniques to Achieve Proportionality The Certification Log How to Create a Metadata or Metadata Plus Log Using a Litigation Review Platform
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Lawmatics
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Why SEO matters: The mindset of todays legal consumer Imagine youre a potential client searching for a lawyer. Youve just been in a car accident, and your insurance company is dragging its feet. Whats the first thing you do? You pull out your phone and type something like, best personal injury lawyer near me. This moment when someone searches for a solution to their legal problem is what SEO is all about.
Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 26, 2024
Pursuing personal projects or part-time work is not new for lawyers, but the great reassessment has amplified the discussion. The post Should Lawyers Consider a Side Hustle? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Trial Strategy Today brings together the best content for law professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Years of toxic waste dumping in a Jersey Shore community where childhood cancer rates rose caused at least $1 billion in damage to natural resources, according to an environmental group trying to overturn a settlement between New Jersey and the …
E-Discovery LLC
DECEMBER 19, 2024
In In re Outpatient Medical Center Employee Antitrust Litigation , 2024 WL 4679083 (N.D. Ill. Nov. 5, 2024), the court explained the application of Subsections (b) and (d) of Fed.R.Evid. 502. The parties proposed a Rule 502(d) order and it was entered on an agreed motion. Id. at *1. Plaintiffs later noted the deposition of a non-party, Dr. Fanning on March 29, 2024.
The Marshall Project
DECEMBER 19, 2024
A Marshall Project and News 5 investigation inspired a bipartisan bill to address the license suspension crisis affecting hundreds of thousands of Ohioans.
Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Jamie Spannhake | From desk-friendly yoga tools to self-care kits, these ideas are as practical as they are thoughtful. The post Healthy Gifts for Lawyers: Top 5 Holiday Health and Happiness Gifts in a Box appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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Law Sites
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Similar to regulatory reform initiatives in Utah and Arizona, the Washington Supreme Court has entered an order approving a pilot program that will allow companies and nonprofits that are not owned by lawyers to provide legal services under carefully monitored conditions. The court’s order (Order 25700-B-721), entered Dec.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 19, 2024
US authorities have reached a settlement to resolve a whistleblower case alleging that a New York state health insurer systematically defrauded the federal Medicare program by exaggerating how sick members were in order to boost profits.
E-Discovery LLC
DECEMBER 19, 2024
In Walker v. AIU Ins. Co., 2024 WL 4607473 (D. Ariz. Oct. 29, 2024), Plaintiff Walker served a subpoena duces tecum on non-party JBHH, which had represented defendant AIU in workers compensation proceedings involving Mr. Walker. The subpoena requested a complete copy of the file in Mr. Walkers case. JBHH moved to quash the subpoena and also noted objections.
Civil Litigation Brief
DECEMBER 20, 2024
InAlan Prescott-Brann v Chelsea and Westminsters Hostpital NHS Foundation Trust & Anor[2024] EWHC 3314 (KB) Mr Justice Sweeting allowed and appeal and thus permitted the claimant in a clinical negligence case to rely on a new expert on key issues.
Speaker: Kaitlyn "The Persnickety Paralegal" Story
Deposition preparation is a critical aspect of a paralegal's role, requiring meticulous attention to detail and proactive management of the case timeline. In this session, participants will explore how effective deposition preparation not only contributes to the success of the legal team but also helps maintain a balanced workflow, minimizing last-minute crises.
Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Ari Kaplan interviews speaks with Laura Leopard of Leopard Solutions, a law firm data platform and a SurePoint company. The post How the Selection of Outside Counsel Is Changing appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Legal Dive
DECEMBER 19, 2024
The pharmacy chain pressed staff to churn out prescriptions, ignoring red flags amid the US opioid epidemic, the DOJ claims. CVS decried the suit’s “false narrative.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 23, 2024
ZestyAI, a provider of AI-informed climate and property risk analytics solutions, has received regulatory approval from the Iowa Insurance Division for its Severe Convective Storm suite, including Z-HAIL, Z-WIND, and Z-STORM.
E-Discovery LLC
DECEMBER 20, 2024
It is an honor to again be named as a Maryland Super Lawyer.
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The Marshall Project
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Under Clevelands consent decree, police have to track each stop.
IP Watchdog
DECEMBER 23, 2024
In 2024, Americas legislators continued their effort to fight against the harmful impact of counterfeit products being sold to American consumers. Counterfeit sellers often detract from the revenue of American businesses, infringe upon U.S. trademark owners intellectual property, and threaten the safety of U.S. consumers. Americas elected officials are trying to protect their constituents, along with their businesses, via legislation intended to make it more difficult for counterfeit sellers to
Legal Dive
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Magistrates say lawyers must understand how their AI tools work, supervise their teams, check results carefully and not fear experimenting with ways to use them.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 23, 2024
Initial findings from the flight recorders of a DHL-operated plane that crashed near Vilnius Airport in November have given no indication of “illegal interference”, according to the Lithuanian Justice Ministry.
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MyCase
DECEMBER 20, 2024
For solo attorneys and small law firms, maintaining Form 1099 compliance is essential to running a successful practice. However, navigating the complexities of the IRS Form 1099 reporting process throughout the year can be challenging. In this blog, youll learn the essential steps for preparing Form 1099 correctly. Well cover specific circumstances under which Form 1099 is required, such as a 1099 for attorney fees or payments to independent contractors, the differences between Form 1099-MISC an
The Marshall Project
DECEMBER 20, 2024
For formerly incarcerated activist Dorsey Nunn, the most wonderful time of the year is a holiday bicycle giveaway for kids with parents in prison.
IP Watchdog
DECEMBER 19, 2024
The last six months of 2024 saw numerous interesting, precedential decisions from the Federal Circuit on a range of patent issues. This article briefly summarizes six of those opinions as well as a perceived trend relating to mandamus petitions.
Complex Discovery
DECEMBER 22, 2024
Editor’s Note: This article provides a concise examination of key developments in the Russo-Ukrainian War over December 20-21, 2024, with a special focus on Ukraines groundbreaking use of robotic systems in combat and its implications for modern battlefield dynamics. The narrative explores the transformative role of technological innovation in reshaping warfare, alongside updates on escalating territorial skirmishes and strategic maneuvers by both sides.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 19, 2024
DARAG Group, the Malta-based legacy acquirer that focuses on the European market, announced it has completed the sale of its North American and Bermuda business entities to the RiverStone Group, a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd.
MyCase
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Legal directories are online platforms where attorneys and law firms showcase their expertise, credentials, and services. These directories serve as a vital resource for potential clients seeking legal help, offering quick access to detailed attorney profiles categorized by practice area, location, and reviews. Maintaining an up-to-date presence on law firm directories can enhance visibility while helping you build credibility and attract new leads.
The Marshall Project
DECEMBER 21, 2024
Los Angeles County is one of many places that have struggled to maintain safe conditions for youth and seen reform efforts stall or be abandoned.
IP Watchdog
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Copyright law provided an arena for some of the most interesting legal battles in 2024. We review some highlights from 2024 below, as well as some cases to watch in 2025.
Complex Discovery
DECEMBER 26, 2024
Editor’s Note: This article sheds light on the troubling use of surveillance technology in Serbia, where tools designed for law enforcement are being used to target journalists, activists, and members of civil society. Amnesty Internationals findings reveal how devices like Cellebrites forensic tools and NoviSpy spyware are employed to bypass security, extract private data, and monitor communications, often without any legal justification.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 22, 2024
Wells Fargo & Co. said it’s leaving the world’s biggest climate alliance for banks, in the latest sign that Wall Street is breaking away from such groups.
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